Speech and Language Therapist – Adult Learning Disability Team

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manchester is seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to work within a community learning disability team. The role involves providing specialist therapy input, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and developing clinical skills in various areas. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience working with learning disabilities. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with learning disabilities and associated problems.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of specialist IT programmes for communication support.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist speech and language therapy input to individuals.
• Collaborate with various health and care teams.
• Develop clinical skills in areas such as AAC and dysphagia management.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Relevant degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

Boardmaker

Grid 3

Job description

Vacancy: Speech and Language Therapist

A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic speech and language therapist to work with people in a person-centred way.

You will be based in a community learning disability team with colleagues from physiotherapy, clinical psychology, community nursing, occupational therapy and social workers. This role is based in our Cheetham Hill office, although we also have teams in Hulme and Wythenshawe.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist speech and language therapy input to people with learning disabilities and associated problems (e.g., sensory impairments, mental health problems, and physical disabilities) in homes, colleges, local communities, day centres, and workplaces.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams that include physiotherapy, clinical psychology, community nursing, occupational therapy, social work, audiology, orthoptics, community nutrition, and dentistry.
• Work with agencies such as Adult and Children’s Social Care, Greater Manchester Police, Pure Innovations, carer forums, and other services within the Manchester Local Care Organisation.
• Have access to specialist IT programmes for communication support, e.g., Boardmaker, Grid 3.
• Further develop clinical skills in areas such as AAC, dysphagia management, complex health needs, autism, risky behaviours, and mental health through supervision, meetings, projects, and courses.

Diversity and Equality

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating discrimination across our workforce. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you have special requirements to help with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Advert closes on Monday 5 Jan 2026.