Speech and Language Therapist

Nhs-1; Retford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a full-time Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work in the Forensic setting at Rampton Hospital. You will assess and treat patients with SLCN and dysphagia, working with the MDT to support rehabilitation and access to high quality care.

You will have supervision from a Clinical Lead SLT and collaborate with SLT assistants, apprentices and education teams, with opportunities for CPD and DBS processes as described.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Evidence of CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Dysphagia training at basic level or supervised experience.
• RCSLT membership and active involvement in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage a caseload of SLCN and dysphagia in adults.
• Deliver direct and goal‑led interventions within the MDT.
• Prepare reports, care plans and easy-read information for patients.
• Support junior colleagues, provide second opinions and supervision.
• Engage in joint goal setting and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Teamworking

Communication with professionals

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Time management

Prioritisation

Adaptability

Research/clinical audit

Structured group delivery

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

HCPC registration

CPD evidence

Dysphagia training (basic level or supervised)

RCSLT membership

Job description

Employer Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Rampton Hospital Town Woodbeck Salary £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum (pro rata for part time) Salary period Yearly Closing 20/10/2026 23:59

Speech and Language Therapist

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Job overview

We are seeking a full time, permanent, band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), with an interest in working within the Forensic setting.

You will work with the speech and language therapy team at Rampton Hospital to support patients with a range of mental health difficulties and communication needs to access high quality rehabilitation. You will work directly with patients to understand their communication strengths and needs, to provide direct treatment to improve communication skills, to support patients in accessing other therapies, and work with teams to deliver best communication environments.

You will have support from a Clinical Lead SLT, a Day Service Manager and will work with SLT assistants, apprentices and other SLTs. You will work with strong Therapies and Education teams to address communication needs in a variety of clinical settings.

We are looking for someone who works passionately to:

Support and advocate for people with SLCN
Identify SLCN, and link to risk
Deliver person centred care
Develop goals and interventions that are functional and patient led
Influence and work effectively with the MDT
Resolve conflict skillfully
Manage communication and dysphagia needs in a wider context including influencing individuals and teams, and adapting environments for better quality care

Main duties of the job

Direct care duties will include

• Facilitating and interpreting assessments of SLCN
• Supporting junior colleagues’ clinical practice, and providing second opinions
• Providing written information regarding patients' SLCN in the form of reports, care plans and easy read information
• Engaging in joint goal setting with the patient and wider MDT
• Accurate record keeping and caseload administration
• Appropriate understanding and management of any safeguarding concerns
• Directly providing, or developing and supporting other staff to deliver, direct interventions to address SLCN and dysphagia. This may be through 1:1 or group interventions
• Supporting offender/ psychological programmes to optimise accessibility

Other duties will include;

• Working in a manner informed by key care drivers for people with mental health needs, such as Trauma Informed Care, reducing restrictive practices and person centred care.
• Supporting the Clinical Leads in identifying and addressing service development needs
• Advising on environmental adaptations and good practice in regards to SLCN and dysphagia
• Actively seeking CPD and self-directed learning
• Sharing knowledge and skills to assist with workforce development
• Delivering training for other staff on SLCN
• Prioritising and balancing direct patient care and administrative duties

Modelling good communication practices and supporting others in implementing the same

Working for our organisation

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 10,500 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health and forensic health services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 80 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings and secure environments.

We are one of the largest mental health and community health Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see person specification and job description.

You will be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of patients with SLCN, under the supervision of a clinical lead SLT. You will ensure that communication goals are embedded within the MDT and support the MDT to implement communication support strategies.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £20.00 (standard) or £41.00 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £15 per year applies.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy
• Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of CPD
• Dysphagia training at a basic level or supervised experience of treating dysphagia
• RCSLT membership

Physical Requirements

• To undertake relevant mandatory training and engage in the management of violence and aggression.
• Ability to escort and maintain custody of patients both within and outside of secure environments.
• Ability to respond to serious and emergency incidents.

Experience

• Experience of working as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Experience of adults with special needs i.e. Learning Disabilities or Deaf patients
• Experience in delivery of structured groups
• Experience of working with patients with mental health problems

Knowledge

• An awareness of issues regarding challenging behaviour
• Ability to evidence knowledge of communication problems in Mental Health or Learning Disability
• An awareness of relevant legislation e.g. Mental Health Act
• Knowledge of clinical evidence base and relevant literature

Skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with other professionals and carers
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to recognise conflict and generate potential solutions.
• Good time management
• Able to prioritise workload
• Adaptability in response to others
• Research and/or clinical audit skills
• Skills in developing/delivering structured groups
• Developing negotiation skills, management of conflict and the ability to generate solutions

Values and Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust’s expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Additional Information

• We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants.
• The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria.
• In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website,
• For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Connar Henry Job title Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01777 248321 Additional information extension 6247