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Aphasia Support is recruiting an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to lead on the charity's new support for people with aphasia of working age in Leeds. Funding has been secured to create three new in-person support groups across Leeds to assist people with aphasia of working age into employment, education, training and/or improved health outcomes. The post holder will work with a dedicated Community Engagement Officer for Leeds. Most support will be delivered through the three groups, with home-based or online support available for those unable to attend. Venues for the groups will be finalised by the end of September, with the start ideally in October. This is a fixed-term position until 31 March 2026.

• Be the main point of contact for NHS referral partners and other organisations into the charity's support offering for people with aphasia of working age in Leeds.
• Complete in-person assessments for all new referrals in Leeds who meet the project eligibility criteria.
• Oversee three brand new support groups for people with aphasia of working age in Leeds.
• Ensure outcome measures are completed for each participant and that project paperwork is completed on time for reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentoring for the Community Engagement Officer who is new in post.
• Complete other tasks commensurate with the role.

Aphasia Support is a forward-thinking charity whose mission is to improve the wellbeing of people with aphasia and their carers by providing tailored speech and language therapy and long-term support. We aim to create a world where every person with aphasia has access to support.

Our team includes a CEO, Fundraising & Communications Manager, 3 Community Engagement Officers, an Administrator, and other SLTs who work with us on a consultancy basis, plus over 60 volunteers.

The charity has five aims:

• To reduce isolation of people with aphasia
• To improve communication skills and wellbeing of people with aphasia
• To raise awareness and understanding of aphasia
• To improve the knowledge, skills and confidence of carers and volunteers in providing support
• To supplement NHS services by providing long-term support for people with aphasia

Date posted: 10 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 6 months

Working pattern: Part-time, Home or remote working

Location: Community Centre, Balne Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 0DP

Job Description

Be the main point of contact for NHS referral partners and other organisations into the charity's support offering for people with aphasia of working age in Leeds.

Complete in-person assessments for all new referrals in Leeds who meet the project eligibility criteria.

Oversee three brand new support groups for people with aphasia of working age in Leeds.

Ensure outcome measures are completed for each participant and that project paperwork is completed on time for reporting requirements.

Provide support and mentoring for the Community Engagement Officer who is new in post.

Complete other tasks commensurate with the role.

Essential

• Behaviours: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills; be sensitive to others’ needs; ability to work within a team; demonstrate initiative, confidence, and strong time management and organisational skills.
• Practical Skills: Formulate independent clinical decisions following assessment; give clear advice, instruction and training to clients, carers and volunteers; manage time and priorities; strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience: Extensive experience as an SLT supporting people with communication difficulties such as aphasia and apraxia of speech; ability to perform specialised SLT assessments for support plans; strong knowledge of the national stroke service model and life after stroke services; strong knowledge of computer therapy apps to support communication goals including AAC; knowledge of supported conversation techniques.
• Qualifications: Recognised SLT degree accredited by RCSLT; HPC registered to practice as an SLT; registered member of RCSLT; extensive portfolio and evidence of advanced professional development.

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in service development.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required.

Aphasia Support

Address: Community Centre, Balne Lane, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF2 0DP

Employer website: aphasiasupport.org