Speech and Language Therapist

Integrated Care System; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canterbury is seeking an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to support stroke services. The role involves assessment and treatment of communication disorders and supervising therapy assistants. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in acute hospital settings. This position offers opportunities for professional development and requires flexible working hours across seven days, including weekends.

Benefits

Regular supervision

CPD opportunities

Peer support

Qualifications

• Relevant experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level required.
• Ability to transcribe speech phonetically is a must.
• Good knowledge of treatment techniques relevant to acquired communication disorders.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, treatment and evaluation of therapy intervention.
• Support supervision of Therapy Assistants and Students.
• Manage a caseload of patients with complex needs.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Counselling skills

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Auditory discrimination

Education

Diploma/degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

Assessment tools for stroke

Basic IT skills

Job description

Go back East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Speech and Language Therapist

The closing date is 22 August 2025

Due to increased investment in stroke services we are expanding our team at EKHUFT! We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated SLT with a passion for working in stroke services.

We take pride in the work we do to support people who have had a stroke to reach their potential. The increased investment in our services has resulted in a substantial increase in staffing which will enable us to deliver a holistic, forward-thinking service over seven days.

We offer regular supervision and peer support to help your professional development and offer regular CPD opportunities.

As part of the broader adult SLT service, you'll be joining a team that fosters growth and positivity. Across our three main hospital sites, we offer a range of specialist inpatient services including videofluoroscopy and FEES and we are active members of the altered airways MDTs.

Main duties of the job

Assessment, treatment and evaluation of holistic therapy intervention

o To support in the supervision of Therapy Assistants and Students

o To actively work as a member of the multi-professional team to provide high quality therapy intervention to patients.

o Manage a caseload of patients on a daily basis consisting of patients with complex swallowing and communication needs associated within stroke.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

Job responsibilities

Please see job description which is attached to this advert for further information on main responsibilties.

Person Specification

• Relevant experience at undergraduate /post graduate level
• Excellent interpersonal and counselling skills, including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Negotiating and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
• Good presentation skills, both verbal and non-verbal
• Basic IT skills
• Willingness and ability to be a good team member
• Good organisational skills
• Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Knowledge of a range of assessment tools relevant to stroke, (acquired communication and swallowing disorders)
• Knowledge of national policies and procedures (relevant to stroke)
• Evidence based knowledge of a wide variety of treatment techniques and strategies relevant to adult acquired communication and swallowing disorders
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to role)
• Awareness of standards of record keeping
• Hold a diploma/degree in Speech and Language Therapy with appropriate HCPC Registration
• Upholds and models the Trust values
• Ability to travel across the Trust
• Ability to work flexibly over 7-days including weekends and bank holidays
• Experience of working within an acute hospital setting
• Experience working with stroke patients
• Membership at relevant Clinical Excellence Networks
• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Experience of working within an acute hospital setting
• Experience working with stroke patients
• Membership at relevant Clinical Excellence Networks
• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust