Speech and Language Therapy - Assistant Practitioner

Integrated Care System; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in York is seeking an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapy - Assistant Practitioner. This role involves working within the Medical Speech & Language Therapy Team, assisting qualified therapists with patient rehabilitation, and managing an assigned caseload. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in healthcare. The position offers an opportunity for professional development and includes training and support.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 to 33 days annual leave

Relocation package up to 30% of salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a health/social care or educational environment is desirable.
• Able to demonstrate substantial experience within health and care settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out clinical duties delegated by qualified Speech & Language Therapists.
• Implement treatment programmes and activities.
• Review patients on the wards following dysphagia management plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team working

Computer literacy

Education

Foundation degree Health and Social Care or equivalent

A-levels and GCSEs or equivalent including functional skills (level 2)

Job description

Go back York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Speech and Language Therapy - Assistant Practitioner

The closing date is 17 August 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with strong communication skills and an interest in Speech and Language Therapy, to join our teamworking within the Medical Speech & Language Therapy Team based at York hospital.

This post will cover York Community and Outpatient services and will undertake a range of activities which support the delivery of high standards of patient care.

Working alongside the qualified therapists the successful candidate will work directly with patients and their families, to undertake a variety ofrehabilitation activities in order to optimise their independence and function.

The post holder will take responsibility for an agreed caseload and have an opportunity to further develop their skills through our competency framework.

Interested candidates are welcome to get in touch to find out more!

Main duties of the job

You will carry out clinical duties delegated by qualified Speech & Language Therapists. This will include:

• implementation of treatment programmes and activities
• administration/ordering of appropriate equipment and aids
• running groups alongside a qualified Speech & Language Therapist
• reviewing patients on the wards, following dysphagia management plans

Access to advice and support from qualified staff is routinely provided and clinical work is routinely evaluated.

We will provide in-house training within the role, and regular supervision and support are available. The post holder will work as part of the teamand take responsibility for their own caseload.

Past experience in speech and language therapy is not essential, but experience in working in healthcare would be desirable.

We need someone who has clear and effective written and verbal communication. Team working is an essential requirement of the role and you will be expected to join in with patient centered meetingsand discussions.

Having good IT skills/being computer literate is also an important part of the job.

About us

For further information on what it is like to work for our Trust please visit:

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Experience & Knowledge

• Able to demonstrate substantial experience within health and care setting, including the relevant field of work
• Knowledge of roles of other members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to plan, manage and take responsibility for an allocated caseload independently
• Experience of working in a team within a health/social care or educational environment
• Demonstrates experience of using different communication styles to meet the varied needs of individuals

Qualifications & Training

• Foundation degree Health and Social Care or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus A-level and GCSE's or equivalent including functional skills (level 2)
• Care certificate
• Evidence of transferable workplace training and competencies
• Up to date personal portfolio of learning

Behaviours and values

• Demonstrates values and behaviours in line with trust values

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.

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust