Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

NHS; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hull is seeking a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist for a permanent position. You will manage a caseload in Stroke/Neurology, enhancing your skills in communication and swallowing disorders. The role offers flexible working patterns, opportunities for development, and access to various benefits including NHS pensions and holidays. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in the field and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday rising to 33 days

Paid and unpaid leave options

NHS Car Lease scheme

Qualifications

• HCPC registered.
• RCSLT member desirable.
• Substantial experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of inpatients with acquired swallowing and/or communication disorders.
• Work with an expert team in Stroke/Neurology specialties.
• Participate in regular Videofluoroscopy clinics and an established FEES service.

Skills

Assessment and treatment of adult acquired communication and swallowing disorders

Multidisciplinary working

Excellent communication skills

Education

SLT degree or equivalent

Dysphagia qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

SPECIALIST SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPIST – STROKE/NEUROLOGY

Full time/Part-time/Flexible working options. We actively consider applications from current Band 5s for career progression Band 5 to Band 6 posts. Our welcoming team would be very happy to support your development in your area(s) of interest.

At Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust we have created stimulating and rewarding careers so excellent Speech & Language Therapists like you can join our innovative team. You will work within the Speech & Language Therapy Team to provide an efficient and effective service in line with the guidance of the Clinical Lead Speech & Language Therapists for Stroke/Neurology, the RCSLT, the HCPC, and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Responsibilities

Manage your own caseload of inpatients with acquired swallowing and/or communication disorders in Stroke/Neurology specialties. You will work with an expert team of SLTs providing services to Stroke/Neurology wards on the Hull Royal Infirmary site. You will have opportunities to gain specialist skills in areas such as aphasia, AAC and videofluoroscopy, and to work closely with MDT colleagues. We offer regular Videofluoroscopy clinics using the MBSImP protocol and an established, busy FEES service.

Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged with ongoing opportunities to help shape and deliver service improvements and new ways of working, including opportunities to collaborate on research.

We pride ourselves on supporting flexible working patterns. The Trust offers access to well-being activities and counselling services.

About us

HUTH has two main sites: Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital. The Trust employs around 11,000 staff and serves an extended population of 1.25 million. Our vision is Great Staff, Great Care, Great Future.

Benefits

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS service)
• Paid and unpaid leave options for emergency and planned leave
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on various services from providers

Job details

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible

Location: Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ

Qualifications and Requirements

Registration: HCPC registered

Desirable: RCSLT member

Essential qualifications: SLT degree or equivalent; Dysphagia qualification or equivalent experience

Skills / Experience: Substantial experience in assessment and treatment of adult acquired communication and swallowing disorders; experience of multidisciplinary working; excellent communication skills

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information see the UK Visas and Immigration site. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.

Employer details

Employer: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address: Hull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull, HU3 2JZ

Website: https://www.hey.nhs.uk/