Speech and Language Therapist - Adult

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to provide high-quality therapy for adult inpatients. Responsibilities include assessing and treating communication and swallowing difficulties. Ideal candidates will have HCPC and RCSLT qualifications and excellent auditory and perceptual skills. The position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of acquired disorders of communication and dysphagia.
• Understanding of the roles of other health professionals and working as a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of goal setting and outcome measures.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality speech and language therapy service to adults.
• Assess and manage swallowing and communication difficulties in adult inpatients.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical audit.

Skills

Highly developed auditory and perceptual skills

Analytical, problem-solving abilities

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

HCPC

Further relevant study

RCSLT

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist – Adult

The closing date is 08 December 2025

We are looking for a keen, enthusiastic SLT to join our team! You will work on the Stroke ward and general acute wards assessing and treating swallowing and communication problems in adult inpatients. We are a large, friendly team with great supervision structures – both 1:1 with senior SLTs and Band 5 peer supervision. We have regular inservice training and are committed to ongoing professional development.

We will support with NQPs and dysphagia competencies.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide a high‑quality, evidence‑based and efficient speech and language therapy service to adults within the Stroke Unit and general acute wards.

The post holder will provide assessment, therapy and management of swallowing and/or communication difficulties in adult inpatients. The post holder will participate in ongoing Continuing Professional Development, clinical audit and inservice training.

The post holder will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of their professional and clinical work, working to agreed national and professional standards.

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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC
• Further relevant study
• RCSLT
• Knowledge of acquired disorders of communication and dysphagia.
• Highly developed auditory and perceptual skills
• Understanding of the roles of other health professionals and working as a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of goal setting
• Knowledge of outcome measures
• Analytical, problem‑solving abilities
• Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills

Experience

• Patient assessment
• Patient therapy
• Experience with adult caseload

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year (Pro Rata)