Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT); March; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work with adults with learning disabilities. This role involves managing complex cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing supervision and training. The position offers professional development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff and relevant clinical training.
• Working with adults with Learning Disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients with complex learning disabilities.
• Deliver assessments and provide treatment for communication disorders.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Organisational

Resilience

Empathy

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Post Basic Dysphagia Qualification

Job description

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

Band 6

Main area: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Grade Band 6, Contract: Permanent, Hours:

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week, Job ref 310-MASMH-7068587

Site: Hereward Hall, Town: March, Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum (pro rata), Salary period: Yearly, Closing date: 21/05/2025 23:59

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work with adults with learning (intellectual) disabilities in the Cambridgeshire Learning Disability Partnership (LDP). The service is well-established, offering many development opportunities.

The LDP consists of five locality-based integrated community teams, including social workers, adult support coordinators, psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, arts therapists, and Speech & Language Therapists, all employed by CPFT. The team includes a Band 8a Lead SLT, two Band 7 Advanced SLTs, two Band 6 Specialist SLTs, and a Band 4 Apprentice SLT. We collaborate closely with colleagues across CPFT, the University of East Anglia, and the University of Cambridge, providing placements for SLT undergraduates.

The teams aim to deliver person-centred, integrated health and care management services that promote independence, health, and wellbeing, aligned with individual needs and potential.

Main duties of the job

Manage a caseload of clients with complex learning disabilities, participate in service development, and provide supervision and training to staff and students. Deliver assessments, identify needs, and provide treatment for communication and swallowing disorders. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and with key partners.

Working for our organisation

CPFT is committed to high-quality, compassionate care, delivering NHS services across inpatient, community, and primary care settings, including mental health, learning disabilities, and specialist services. We value diversity and encourage applications from all community sectors, especially underrepresented groups. Please note we may close applications early if sufficient responses are received, and we cannot sponsor all roles.

Visit www.cpft.nhs.uk for more information.

Responsibilities

Refer to the attached job description for comprehensive responsibilities, including clinical assessments, AAC, sensory impairments, Dysphagia management, case coordination, and clinical advice. Maintain professional development, contribute to research and audits, and support service improvement initiatives.

Person specification

Other

• Ability to travel within rural areas

Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered with RCSLT and HCPC
• Post Basic Dysphagia Qualification
• Experience supervising staff and relevant clinical training

Experience

• Working with adults with Learning Disabilities
• Managing caseloads and Dysphagia in LD populations
• Community MDT experience and case management

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of AAC, therapeutic interventions, legislation, and clinical governance
• Research, audit, and professional development skills

Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure, motivate others, and reflect critically
• Resilience, empathy, and commitment to learning

CPFT provides various NHS services in physical and mental health, and we promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all community sectors, including underrepresented groups. For more info, visit https://www.cpft.nhs.uk/equalityanddiversity.

We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. Applicants requiring UK entry must provide relevant police certificates. Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including DBS, references, and occupational health. All communications will be via TRAC Systems, and application data may be transferred to NHS systems.

Additional information

You must hold appropriate UK professional registration. The role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and DBS checks.