Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Chichester is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to enhance Acute and Stroke services. The role includes providing therapy, mentoring staff, and supporting ongoing training. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience with adult caseloads. Join a supportive team dedicated to patient care and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive wellbeing programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Relevant clinical experience with adult caseloads.
• Experience of providing training.
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and therapy for patients with swallowing and communication difficulties.
• Act as a mentor to junior therapists and students.
• Support training and development within the SLT team.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Speech & Language Therapist

Registered with HCPC and RCSLT

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Speech & Language Therapist wishing to further their career in Acute and Stroke services at St Richards Hospital, Chichester, part of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.

This Specialist post will suit experienced Band 5 or 6 Speech & Language Therapists wishing to take the next step in their career path. This will be working within an inpatient team supporting the general acute and stroke caseloads at St Richards.

Main duties of the job

• To provide assessment, management and provision of therapy to those patients with swallowing and communication difficulties.
• To act as a mentor to Band 5 SLTs, SLT Assistants and SLT students.
• To support provision of training and CPD within the SLT service and more widely within UHSussex.
• To develop competencies within instrumental assessment of swallowing, management of critical care patients including those with tracheostomy.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

• To provide assessment, management and provision of therapy to those patients with swallowing and communication difficulties.
• To act as a mentor to Band 5 SLTs, SLT Assistants and SLT students.
• To support provision of training and CPD within the SLT service and more widely within UHSussex.
• To develop competencies within instrumental assessment of swallowing, management of critical care patients including those with tracheostomy.

Person specification

• Qualified Speech & Language Therapist
• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT
• Relevant clinical experience with adult caseloads
• Experience of providing training.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications