Speech & Language Therapist

NHS; Colchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in England is seeking a Speech & Language Therapist to assess and develop treatment plans for clients with learning disabilities and communication difficulties. The role involves managing a caseload, using evidence-based practices, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants should have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration. Competitive salary: £31,049 to £37,796 pro rata per year.

Qualifications

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - professional portfolio.
• Specialist knowledge and application of speech and language therapy assessments and interventions.
• Experience of managing a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans for service users.
• Manage a defined caseload using evidence-based practices.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Judgemental skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

State registration with HCPC

Member of the RCSLT

Job description

Speech & Language Therapist

The closing date is 10 October 2025

• To assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans for service users within the ELDP, including those with profound learning disabilities, additional sensory and/or physical disability, mental health diagnosis and/or challenging behaviour.
• To be responsible for managing a defined caseload
• To select and apply SLT assessments for a designated caseload, addressing communication needs.

Main duties of the job

• To manage a defined caseload, using evidence-based person-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions
• To provide this service to service users, who present with communication and/or dysphagia difficulties
• To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team
• To review and reflect on you own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal
• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and reliable attendance
• To demonstrate basic leadership skills
• To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff as appropriate
• To apply knowledge and skills to make decisions in the absence of senior staff

About us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality Commission.

Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:

Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.

Job responsibilities

• To participate in the planning, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols
• To participate in the delivery of the SLT development plan
• To ensure Health & Safety Regulations and Data Protection Act Regulations are observed and instituted
• To take part in Risk Assessment and to attend mandatory training sessions
• To critically appraise and review current literature on relevant topics
• To take part in the annual appraisal process and develop a personal development plan
• To undertake professional and educational activities to develop knowledge and ensure maintenance of professional and clinical standards

Analytical and Judgemental Skills (Band 5 & 6):

• To apply increasingly complex skills and knowledge in order to establish professional competence and fitness to practice as a Specialist SLT
• To demonstrate ongoing personal development through participation in internal and external development opportunities, recording learning outcomes in a portfolio
• To comply with the HCPC and RCSLT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and national and Trust procedures
• To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
• State registration with HCPC
• Member of the RCSLT
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) - professional portfolio

Experience

• Specialist knowledge and application of speech and language therapy assessments and interventions
• Detailed knowledge of evidence based practice and its contribution to practice governance
• Planning and coordination of treatment packages
• Experience of managing a caseload
• Previous experience working in the field of Learning Disabilities or other relevant transferrable setting (eg older adults, long term neuro)

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.

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year, pro rata