Speech and Language Therapist | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join their stroke services team. The role involves supporting patients with complex swallowing and communication needs, supervising therapy assistants, and working within a multi-professional team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and a passion for stroke services. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a holistic working environment.

Benefits

Regular supervision and peer support

Professional development and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated professional in stroke services.
• Experience in supervising Therapy Assistants and Students.
• Capable of providing high-quality therapy intervention.

Responsibilities

• Support therapy assistants and students.
• Work with a multi-professional team for patient interventions.
• Manage a daily caseload of stroke patients.

Skills

Passion for working in stroke services

Ability to manage a caseload

Experience with complex swallowing and communication needs

Education

Relevant degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Due to increased investment in stroke services we are expanding our team at EKHUFT! We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated SLT with a passion for working in stroke services.

We take pride in the work we do to support people who have had a stroke to reach their potential. The increased investment in our services has resulted in a substantial increase in staffing which will enable us to deliver a holistic, forward-thinking service over seven days.

We offer regular supervision and peer support to help your professional development and offer regular CPD opportunities.

As part of the broader adult SLT service, you'll be joining a team that fosters growth and positivity. Across our three main hospital sites, we offer a range of specialist inpatient services including videofluoroscopy and FEES and we are active members of the altered airways MDTs.

Assessment, treatment and evaluation of holistic therapy intervention

• To support in the supervision of Therapy Assistants and Students

• To actively work as a member of the multi-professional team to provide high quality therapy intervention to patients.

• Manage a caseload of patients on a daily basis consisting of patients with complex swallowing and communication needs associated within stroke.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.


Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

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This advert closes on Friday 22 Aug 2025