Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a passionate part-time Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on supporting adults with acquired neurological disorders, offering a chance to make a significant impact in the community. The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional development, including specialism in Parkinson's Disease management. With a commitment to inclusivity and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those eager to grow their skills while providing essential care. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to improving lives in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days' annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Excellent learning and career development opportunities

'Cycle to Work' scheme

Access to wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at popular retailers

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Free parking across Trust sites

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and membership in RCSLT required.
• Experience with adults with acquired neurological conditions is essential.
• Post-graduate study evidence through CPD portfolio is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy for clients with neurological disorders like PD and Stroke.
• Document notes and reports using online systems.
• Participate in team meetings and peer supervision.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Neurological Disorders Knowledge

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree

Health and Care Professions Council Registration

Post-graduate Dysphagia Training

Tools

RiO (Online Record System)

Job description

Job summary

The BHFT Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy team have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist! We are looking for a driven, passionate and dynamic therapist who has a desire to be part of a growing and enthusiastic team.

We are based across East and West Berkshire; however, your base and caseload will bemainly in the Wokingham area. Occasionally you may need to work at other sites or attend meetings within the locality - both East and WestBerkshire.All work-related travel costs can be expensed.

It is a completely adult caseload and fully supported by experienced SLT's. There are opportunities to develop your skills in the supervision of students and junior clinicians and be involved in audits and projects.

There is an opportunity to take up a specialism in the management of clients with Parkinson's Disease and PD+ conditions should this interest you. There are a range of audits, projects and close working with MDTs happening within this specialism.

Main duties of the job

• Working with clients withacquiredneurological disorders -egPD, Stroke, MND, Dementia

• To provide advice to clients/carersregardingthe management and care of communicationandswallowingdifficulties.

• Using online record systems (RiO) to document notes and reports

• Group and 1-1 working with clients

• Activelyparticipatein team meetings, CPD and peer supervision

• Work flexibly in response to service need across multiple sites

• Liaise with the team for support on aday-to-daybasis

• Provide a service in all community settings including out-patientsclinics, homevisits, nursing homes and telehealth

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,205 to £47,084 a year per annum, pro rata (incl of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-CHS1013

Job locations

Speech and Language Therapy Adults Community

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

Job description Job responsibilities

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Member of relevant Special Interest Groups
• Post-graduate Dysphagia Training

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of independent or post-graduate study through CPD portfolio
• Completion of NQP competencies
• RCSLT Level B/proficient dysphagia competencies

Previous Experience Essential

• Relevant specialist experience post-graduation
• Experience in evaluating own practice
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditions
• Awareness of the challenges of community working

Desirable

• Experience of working in community and/or neurology settings
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of working independently and within teams
• Experience with telehealth as a delivery of assessment/therapy

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to BHFT values (caring, committed, together)
• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, active listening, empathy, negotiation and influencing
• Established knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to clinical area
• Knowledge of supported communication and AAC systems
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills
• Prioritization skills, in relation to caseload management
• Knowledge of national policies and legal frameworks

Additional Requirements Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sits - must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Member of relevant Special Interest Groups
• Post-graduate Dysphagia Training

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of independent or post-graduate study through CPD portfolio
• Completion of NQP competencies
• RCSLT Level B/proficient dysphagia competencies

Previous Experience Essential

• Relevant specialist experience post-graduation
• Experience in evaluating own practice
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditions
• Awareness of the challenges of community working

Desirable

• Experience of working in community and/or neurology settings
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of working independently and within teams
• Experience with telehealth as a delivery of assessment/therapy

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to BHFT values (caring, committed, together)
• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, active listening, empathy, negotiation and influencing
• Established knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to clinical area
• Knowledge of supported communication and AAC systems
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills
• Prioritization skills, in relation to caseload management
• Knowledge of national policies and legal frameworks

Additional Requirements Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sits - must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Speech and Language Therapy Adults Community

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Speech and Language Therapy Adults Community

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)