Speech and Language Therapist - Band 5 Community Stroke & Neuro Rehab

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Sale; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sale is seeking a motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join their Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Team. This Band 5 position involves assessing and treating patients with complex communication and swallowing difficulties, working within a skilled Multi-disciplinary Team. Candidates should have an accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy and be registered with the HCPC. The role includes opportunities for professional development and requires a valid driving license for patient visits.

Benefits

Professional development support

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Experience in treating adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Ability to supervise assistants and demonstrate clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for patients with communication problems.
• Work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to deliver integrated care.
• Support and develop staff and students in the service.

Skills

Knowledge of speech and language therapy techniques

Understanding clinical governance

Ability to engage in CPD

Basic computer skills

Education

Accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Tools

IT skills - European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Speech and Language Therapist - Band 5 Community Stroke & Neuro Rehab

The closing date is 12 January 2026

Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) Local Care Organisation (LCO) has an exciting opportunity for an empathetic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our established Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Team in a Band 5 post.

The post involves carrying a complex and varied caseload of patients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties. Due to the nature of the caseload, the successful candidate will have excellent opportunities to develop their clinical skills within a highly skilled, specialist Multi-disciplinary Team. This will involve working closely with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Specialist Nurses, Dietitians and Neuro Psychologists. In addition to this there will be opportunities to develop skills in leadership and delivering service change.

The service is passionate about delivering high quality, patient centred care within the patient's own homes and wider community settings and as a result the successful candidate will have a driving license and be required to travel across the borough of Trafford.

Main duties of the job

• To provide assessment and intervention for patients with acquired swallowing and/or communication problems, for the Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team and Community Stroke Team as required.
• To work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to deliver integrated care plans with patient needs and goals at the forefront of care.
• To take on the support and development for registered and non-registered staff members in the service and students.
• To be involved in service development and incentives to improve patient care and ensure the provision of a high quality service.

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

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

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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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
• IT skills - European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
• Further health related qualification/ relevant study

Knowledge / Skills

• Knowledge of speech and language therapy assessment and treatment techniques relevant to adults with acquired communication or swallowing difficulties.
• Ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance and risk.
• Understanding of clinical effectiveness and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues, audit and evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to engage in CPD.
• Ability to appraise own performance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of research and audit.
• Awareness of relevant National guidance.
• Experience of supervision of assistants.

Experience

• Evidence of experience with relevant neurological conditions.
• Evidence of continuing professional development including relevant attendance at postgraduate courses and conferences within the clinical speciality.>
• Previous Community experience.
• Previous NHS experience.
• Completion of RCSLT dysphagia competencies A/B.

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 Per annum (pro rata)