Speech And Language Therapist

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Stretford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Therapist will be responsible for a general caseload of children which could be in early years complex needs, mainstream school and in clinics with children with speech sound difficulties. This involves independent assessment, diagnosis and treatment for the designated caseload.

This includes people from a wide range of social and ethnic backgrounds. The role involves assessing, diagnosing and providing therapy for children with speech, language and communication needs.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered clinician with eligible registration to practice
• Experience delivering speech and language therapy to children across settings
• Ability to work with families, schools and other professionals

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and provide therapy for children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Work with families, schools, nurseries and other professionals to support care plans and everyday practice.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to training, service development and clinical governance

Skills

Experience of working with children

Experience of working in the community

Education

HCPC registration

RCSLT registration

Degree qualification

Job description

Job summary

The Therapist will be responsible for a general caseload of children which could be in early years complex needs, mainstream school and in clinics with children with speech sound difficulties. This involves independent assessment, diagnosis and treatment for the designated caseload. This includes people from a wide range of social and ethnic backgrounds.

Main duties of the job

The role involves assessing, diagnosing and providing therapy for children with speech, language and communication needs. It includes working with families, schools, nurseries and other professionals to support care plans and build communication-friendly everyday practice. The post holder will manage their caseload, maintain accurate records, contribute to training, service development, audit and clinical governance.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

• Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
• Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.
• Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS

Please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Experience

• experience of working with children
• experience of working in the Community

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC
• Registered with RCSLT
• Degree qualification

Skills

• ability to assess, analyse and plan a range of therapeutic interventions

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address Sale Waterside, Sale, M33 7ZF, United Kingdom

Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead

Lucy McGill

[e-mail]

01619122592

Details

Date posted 02 October 2026

Pay scheme Agenda for change

Band Band 5

Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract Fixed term

Duration 29 months

Working pattern Full-time, Part-time

Reference number 349-LCOD-8310177-RL4

Job locations Sale Waterside, Sale, M33 7ZF, United Kingdom

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.