Speech and Language Therapist | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Poole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic healthcare service in Poole is seeking a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to provide community clinical services. You will assess and develop care programs while mentoring junior staff. This role offers flexible working and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Flexible working hours

Regular supervision

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience in community settings preferred.
• Ability to provide mentorship and support to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient-centered care.
• Assess patient needs and develop care programs.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and students.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Overview

The Dorset Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy service is innovative, dynamic and currently in a phase of development. If you are excited by change and keen to contribute to creating a better service for people living with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties, we would like to hear from you.

We are offering a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapy role within the Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy service; this role will be based at Alderney Community Hospital and Shelley Road, covering Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, and East Dorset. The post holder will be responsible for providing a community clinical service. You will be supported by Band 6 and Band 7 therapists and there will be opportunity to work with SLT assistants and other therapists within our service.

There is potentially the opportunity to work with the local adult acute SLT teams in order to provide a robust learning experience and enable development.

We offer plenty of CPD opportunities, and regular supervision, including peer supervision with other Band 5's across the county.

Our service embraces flexible working and we support a hybrid model of working.

If you want to spend time with us to see who we are, where we work and understand the role and service more then please do get in touch.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

The service sees patients in their own home, video call appointments, in clinics and in Community Hospital settings. As a member of the Team you will be expected to work collaboratively with the other team members to manage the locality caseload as needed.

Responsibilities

• To provide a high quality person centred approach to care delivery which always considers people’s safety, privacy and dignity.
• To undertake assessment of patients / service users care needs, and develop programmes of care as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.
• To provide advice to patients/ service users and carers regarding their care.
• To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings.
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and clinical support to students and junior staff in the team.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check (the Trust will cover the cost).
• Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
• Role requires eligibility and/or sponsorship considerations as noted above under “Applications”.

Working with us

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced DBS check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We are an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome and encouraged to be the best version of themselves, with equal opportunities and diversity valued.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and contribute to our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Application notes

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please contact [e-mail]

This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Sep 2025