Strategic SLT Lead: Acute & Community Care

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust; Whitehaven, Carlisle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Whitehaven is seeking a Head of Speech and Language Therapy to lead adult acute and community services. The role requires dynamic leadership, strategic oversight, and the ability to advance service delivery through innovation. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, management qualifications, and extensive experience in the NHS. This position offers a chance to contribute to patient care and staff development within a supportive and diverse community.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

NHS Discounts

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars

Free confidential counselling service

Qualifications

• Evidence of significant experience to Masters Level or equivalent.
• Must have experience in a leadership/managerial role.
• Experience of managing a range of complex operational services.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the professional staff group.
• Manage service specific staff within SLT Services including recruitment.
• Oversee education of the profession's students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership qualities

Change management skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Profession specific degree or equivalent diploma

State registration with the Health and Care Professions Council

Management Qualification

Evidence of CPD

Job description

A healthcare organization in Whitehaven is seeking a Head of Speech and Language Therapy to lead adult acute and community services. The role requires dynamic leadership, strategic oversight, and the ability to advance service delivery through innovation. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, management qualifications, and extensive experience in the NHS. This position offers a chance to contribute to patient care and staff development within a supportive and diverse community.