Specialist Speech & Language Therapist- Stroke Inpatients

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Telford is looking for a full-time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Stroke and Rehabilitation team. The successful candidate will manage patients with communication disorders, supervise colleagues, and engage in evidence-based practices. This position entails participation in weekend shifts and delivering training to staff. Join a dynamic team dedicated to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with adults with complex acquired disorders.
• Excellent understanding of evidence-based practice in stroke rehabilitation.
• Clinical supervision and mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training within the therapy structure.
• Supervise Band 5 SLT colleagues and students.
• Participate in weekend rota for stroke unit.

Skills

Experience with adults with communication disorders

Understanding of evidence-based practice

Ability to implement best practices

Job description

A Vacancy at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.


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.

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.

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!



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


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Aug 2025