Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Rehabilitation

The Hillingdon Hospital; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Uxbridge is seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join their neurorehabilitation team. In this role, you will assess and manage patients on the acute Stroke Unit and contribute to service development. Applicants should have experience in neurorehabilitation and specific skills in dysphagia management. Flexible hours and a full range of benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Full range of benefits

On-site nursery facilities

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist with experience in neurorehabilitation.
• Previous experience in dysphagia assessment and management.
• Experience with Videofluoroscopy and MDT training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage neurorehabilitation patients.
• Deliver care on the acute Stroke Unit.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Skills

Neurorehabilitation experience

Dysphagia management

Communication therapy planning

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The SLT team is looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our adult in‑patient service and neurorehabilitation team covering the acute Stroke Unit and Alderbourne neuro‑rehabilitation ward.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage neurorehabilitation patients, including dysphagia management and development of communication therapy plans.
• Deliver care on the acute Stroke Unit and Alderbourne neuro‑rehabilitation ward.
• Achieve Videofluoroscopy and/or FEES competencies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and contribute to service development projects and outcome measures.
• Provide peer support, attend monthly CPD sessions, and engage in evidence‑based practice sessions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist with experience in neurorehabilitation.
• Previous experience of dysphagia assessment and management, and the development of communication therapy plans.
• Experience with Videofluoroscopy and MDT training is desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Supported studying with academic links to Brunel University is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Full range of benefits and on‑site nursery facilities
• Restaurant, training and career development opportunities
• Supportive team with regular supervision and CPD opportunities.

How to apply

Contact Ellie Page, Team Lead for Speech and Language Therapy, via email: [e-mail]. Please see attached Job description and person specification. This advert closes on Sunday 16 Nov 2025.