Specialist Speech & Language Therapist- Stroke Inpatients

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking an enthusiastic Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join their inpatient stroke and rehabilitation team. The role involves working with adults facing complex communication disorders, clinical supervision of junior staff, and contributing to a 7-day stroke therapy service. Applicants should have experience in stroke rehabilitation and a commitment to evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with complex acquired disorders of communication and swallowing.
• Excellent understanding of evidence-based practice within stroke rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical supervision and mentorship of Band 5 SLT colleagues.
• Deliver training within the therapy structure.
• Participate in 7-day stroke therapy service.

Skills

Experience with adults with complex acquired disorders

Understanding of evidence-based practice in stroke rehabilitation

Job description

Job overview

BAND 6 FIXED TERM or SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY until May 2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Therapy Inpatients Stroke and Rehabilitation team at the Princess Royal Hospital.

The successful candidate must have experience of working with adults with complex acquired disorders of communication and swallowing.

We are looking for an individual who has an excellent understanding of evidenced based-practice within the speciality of stroke rehabilitation. The ability to influence and implement best-practice, to ensure we are continuously improving the quality of services provided to patients across the pathways.

The post is full time at 37.5hours between Monday to Friday, with participation in the weekend rota on the stroke unit.

Informal visits and telephone discussions are welcomed.

Main duties of the job

Our Inpatient Stroke and Rehabilitation team is a friendly and dynamic group of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Assistant Practitioners, with a Dietitian starting soon.

As such, this role offers a great opportunity to work with a broad range of professions to drive forward excellent integrated stroke care for the patient's we serve.

The post holder will be responsible for the clinical supervision and mentorship of Band 5 SLT colleagues, SLT students and therapy support worker staff. You will be required to deliver training within our therapy structure.

We are fortunate to offer our patients a 7 day stroke therapy service, at present from a SLT perspective we offer a 6 day service. The successful candidate would be expected to participate in this work pattern.

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.