Specialist Speech And Language Therapist

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) seeks an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our acute team. You will manage adults with swallowing and communication needs, contributing to teaching, research and service development while engaging in CPD opportunities.

The role requires HCPC registration and an SLT degree, with an emphasis on independent patient management in an acute setting. Collaborative MDT work and ongoing professional development are key aspects of this post.

Qualifications

• Essential SLT degree and HCPC registration.
• Advanced dysphagia knowledge and communication assessment skills are required.
• Ability to work independently with patients in acute settings.
• Understanding of multidisciplinary team roles and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical service to adult inpatients with swallowing/communication problems.
• Contribute to teaching, research, audit and service development within the department.
• Engage in CPD opportunities to maintain and expand clinical knowledge.

Skills

Advanced dysphagia knowledge - ax and

Communication knowledge - ax and tx

Ability to manage patients

MDT working

Education

SLT degree

HCPC registration

Tools

VF competencies

Cervical Auscultation

Job description

Job summary

Due to internal opportunities, we are excited to be seeking an enthusiastic and skilled SLT to join our acute SLT team!
We are a supportive, friendly team with access to regular VF (training will be provided if needed) and FEES clinics, complex caseloads, a strong supervision programme and positive CPD culture. Applications are welcome from SLTs with experience of independently managing acute caseloads and are keen to further develop their skillset.

Job responsibilities

• To provide a clinical service to adult inpatients with acquired swallowing and/or communication problems.
• To provide input to the teaching, research, audit and service development functions of the department.
• To actively participate in CPD opportunities to maintain and expand clinical knowledge.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• SLT degree
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Further relevant post-grad study
• CEN membership/participation

Skills / knowledge

Essential

• Advanced dysphagia knowledge - ax and tx
• Communication knowledge - ax and tx
• Ability to manage patients independently.
• Understanding of the roles of other health professionals and working as a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• VF competencies
• Cervical Auscultation

Experience

Essential

• Working with adults with range of SLT needs
• Acute setting
• Teamwork

Desirable

• Training/supervision of others
• Range of clinical settings
• VF clinics
• Service improvement projects
• Research and audit

Personal

Essential

• Working with adults with a broad range of communication disorders and swallowing problems in an acute setting.
• Enthusiastic / positive attitude
• Good time management
• Self insight

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.