Speech and Language Therapist

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the United Kingdom is looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join their community-based team. This permanent Band 5 position involves providing assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing issues. The role requires a motivated individual willing to travel to various locations and engage with patients effectively. You will benefit from great support, training opportunities, and a commitment to employee well-being in a nurturing environment. Flexible working arrangements are also offered.

Benefits

20% protected time for supervisions and CPD

Comprehensive clinical and management supervision

Access to training and mentorship opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Registered as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Willing to engage in further training relevant to the role.
• Committed to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Travel to patients’ locations for consultations.
• Engage effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Registered Speech and Language Therapist

Willingness to undertake post-registration training

Commitment to attending Clinical Excellence Networks

Job description

We are a supportive and forward-thinking team, dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. This role offers the opportunity to develop your clinical skills while making a real impact in the community.

We know that competition within the SLT job market is fierce! As such, we would like to offer you a range of benefits associated with working with us:

• 20% protected time each week for supervisions, CPD, self-directed learning or project work.
• Strong links with the local university which is soon to offer an undergraduate master's degree in SLT. This includes opportunities to be involved in the course syllabus, lecturing, student placements and interviews.
• Opportunities to access CENs, training, mentoring, peer support groups, conferences, our journal club and our own inhouse SLT forum.
• Comprehensive clinical and management supervision to suit your needs.
• A workplace buddy to help you settle into the role and area.
• Great clerical support and access to communication and dysphagia assistants.
• The opportunity to be autonomous in your own clinic diary and flexible working arrangements.
• An NHS trust with a great ethos of caring for staff and patients, and a strong commitment to embracing EDI values.
• A team of SLTs with experience where you can be yourself with non-judgemental positive regard offered to you without question.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a compassionate and skilled team, we'd love to hear from you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, independently practicing clinician who is committed to delivering excellent patient care. You should be happy to travel to see patients in locations that suit them best, engage effectively with patients and their families, and provide both face-to-face and telephone appointments.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Registered Speech and Language Therapist
• Willingness to undertake post-registration training relevant to the role
• Commitment to attending Clinical Excellence Networks relevant to the post

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

The Speech and Language Therapy Service in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent provides assessment and treatment for adults with communication and/or swallowing difficulties in community settings, including patients' own homes. We offer dysphagia, communication, and voice assessment and intervention, supported by strong leadership and compassionate management.

Are You Looking for a Unique Opportunity to Make a Difference?

We have an exciting permanent Band 5 role available, created due to internal team progression. The role is 37.5 hours per week and will cover our South Staffordshire patch, with the base at Cannock or Lichfield.