Speech & Language Therapist - Developmental Band 5-6

NHS; Slough; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a full-time Speech and Language Therapist exists in the BHFT Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy team. The successful candidate will work with adult clients with communicative disorders, participate in a supportive environment, and engage in professional development while completing their competencies towards Band 6 qualifications. Flexibility in work locations and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days' annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme

Access to wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at popular retailers

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Free parking across Trust sites

Qualifications

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered.
• Experience with adults with acquired neurological conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to clients with acquired disorders.
• Document notes using online systems (RiO).
• Participate in team meetings and CPD.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree

Job description

Job summary

The BHFT Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy team have an exciting opportunity for a full-time developing band 5/6s to work in our service. We are based across East and West Berkshire, your base will be determined by service need and can be flexible, though occasionally need you to work at other sites or attend meetings within the locality -both East and West Berkshire.

We are looking for someone who is either an NQP or a qualified Band 5 or Band 6 clinician with experience, motivation and a desire to be part of a growing and enthusiastic team. For newly qualified staff, you will work your way through our Preceptorship programme overthe first year of employment which will help you make this transition and consolidate all the skills and knowledge gained throughout your training. Following this we will support you to ensure you develop skills and complete necessary NQP and Band 6 competencies to move into a band 6 role within the team.

It is a completely adult caseload and fully supported by experienced SLT's. You will be closely supported to sign off your NQP and dysphagia competencies, and eventually move on to completing Band 6 competencies. We encourage our team to engage in regular CPD,and LVST training is offered in the first year

Main duties of the job

• Working with clients with acquired disorders -eg PD Stroke
• To provide advice to clients/carers regarding the management and care of communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Using online record systems (RiO) to document notes and reportsGroup and 1-1 working with clients
• Actively participate in team meetings, CPD and peer supervision Work flexibly in response to service need across multiple sites
• Liaise with the team for support on a day-to-day basis
• Provide a service in all community settings including Out-patients clinics, home visits, nursing homes and telehealth

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,469 to £47,084 a year per annum (inc. of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS882-D

Job locations

Upton Hospital

Albert Street

Slough

SL1 2BJ

Job description Job responsibilities

The must haves to be considered for this role:

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditionsAbility to travel to multiple sits must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Bella Harrison on 07557188036 or email: [e-mail] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible

Job description Job responsibilities

The must haves to be considered for this role:

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditionsAbility to travel to multiple sits must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Bella Harrison on 07557188036 or email: [e-mail] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Member of relevant Special Interest Groups

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of independent or post-graduate study through CPD portfolio

Desirable

• NQP competencies
• Dysphagia competencies or pre-registration EDS competencies

Previous Experience Essential

• Experience in evaluating own practice
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditions
• Awareness of the challenges of community working

Desirable

• Experience of working independently and within teams
• Experience with telehealth as a delivery of assessment/therapy
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of working in community and/or neurology settings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to BHFT values (caring, committed, together)
• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, active listening, empathy, negotiation and influencing
• Established knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to clinical area
• Knowledge of supported communication and AAC systems
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills
• Prioritization skills, in relation to caseload management
• Knowledge of national policies and legal frameworks

Additional Requirements Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sits - must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
• Member of The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT)
• Member of relevant Special Interest Groups

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of independent or post-graduate study through CPD portfolio

Desirable

• NQP competencies
• Dysphagia competencies or pre-registration EDS competencies

Previous Experience Essential

• Experience in evaluating own practice
• Previous experience working with/interest in and commitment to working with adults with acquired neurological conditions
• Awareness of the challenges of community working

Desirable

• Experience of working independently and within teams
• Experience with telehealth as a delivery of assessment/therapy
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
• Experience of working in community and/or neurology settings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to BHFT values (caring, committed, together)
• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, active listening, empathy, negotiation and influencing
• Established knowledge of a broad range of assessment and intervention tools relevant to clinical area
• Knowledge of supported communication and AAC systems
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills
• Prioritization skills, in relation to caseload management
• Knowledge of national policies and legal frameworks

Additional Requirements Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sits - must be a car drive with access to own vehicle

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Upton Hospital

Albert Street

Slough

SL1 2BJ

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Upton Hospital

Albert Street

Slough

SL1 2BJ

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)