Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in Nottingham with Visa Sponsorship

NaijaUKHub; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive peer network

NHS Band 6 pay pro rata for part-time

Job summary

The Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Nottingham is seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to support adults with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism within ICATT on a fixed-term, part-time basis (0.4 WTE).

This role offers visa sponsorship and NHS Band 6 pay, with strong peer support and opportunities for ongoing professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience with adults with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism.
• Strong understanding of the 5 Good Communication Standards and inclusive communication.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across multidisciplinary groups.
• Full UK driving licence; vehicle for business use; adjustments under Equality Act.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with ID/Autism in Nottingham within ICATT two days a week (0.4 WTE).
• Contribute to person-centred formulation and care planning with the team.
• Collaborate with SLTs and other disciplines to prevent placement breakdown.

Skills

HCPC registration as SLT

Adults ID/Autism experience

5 Good Communication Standards

Interpersonal / team skills

Job description

Licensed visa sponsor — Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is on the Home Office register of licensed worker sponsors (Skilled Worker), so it can sponsor a work visa. This particular advert does not mention sponsorship, so confirm with the employer before you apply. Applicants from Nigeria and elsewhere, in the UK or overseas, may apply.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Nottingham. This role is ideal for qualified professionals, including Nigerian and African immigrants seeking to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is available. With a salary ranging from Band 6 £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata for part time), this position offers excellent support and professional development within a respected team.

Job Description

As a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, you will be supporting adults with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism who live in Nottinghamshire. This fixed-term position involves working two days a week (0.4 WTE) within the South Intensive Community Assessment and Treatment Teams (ICATT), playing a crucial role in preventing placement breakdown and hospital admissions by using your specialist communication knowledge.

You will join a well-established and respected Specialist Speech and Language Therapy Service, benefiting from strong peer support and close collaboration with colleagues from various disciplines. The role is instrumental in the person‑centred formulation of individual needs and care plans, ensuring a holistic approach to care by incorporating functional and environmental communication perspectives, guided by the 5 Good Communication Standards.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Demonstrable experience working with adults with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism.
• Strong understanding of the 5 Good Communication Standards and inclusive communication principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required; reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
• Applicants requiring a UK work visa are welcome to apply, as Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is AVAILABLE for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS Band 6 salary with opportunities for pro-rata adjustments for part-time work.
• Comprehensive support from senior colleagues and numerous opportunities for peer support.
• Excellent links with internal teams and SLT colleagues across the East Midlands.
• Access to outstanding levels of support, supervision, IT resources, and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• Being part of #TeamNottsHC, a large and diverse employer committed to employee wellbeing and inclusivity, with various staff networks and in-house support services.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship via the Skilled Worker (Tier 2) route is available for this Specialist Speech and Language Therapist position. Foreigners, including those currently residing outside the UK, are explicitly invited to apply. If your immigration status is complex or you are unsure about your eligibility, it is advisable to contact the recruiting team or a UK immigration expert for clarification before applying.