Speech and Language Therapist

NHS; United States; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust seeks a qualified Speech and Language Therapist to support adults with learning disabilities in North Durham. This role involves assessing and treating various communication difficulties while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and supervising associate practitioners.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or pending.
• Current HCPC registration or pending.
• IELTS level 8 for international recruits.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat communication, eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise associate practitioners and delegate tasks.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical risk assessment

Evidence-based practice

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Current HCPC registration

IELTS level 8

Job description

Job summary

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust are seeking a qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work with adults with learning disabilities (LD) in North Durham. The successful candidate will primarily work in North Durham, with potential coverage in other localities such as Darlington and Teesside, depending on service needs.

Main duties include assessing and treating communication, eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of health and social care professionals, including SLTs, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dieticians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, support workers, and associate practitioners. The SLT will also supervise associate practitioners and delegate tasks accordingly. The caseload is diverse, emphasizing evidence-based, collaborative interventions.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Speech & Language Therapy, with experience working with adults with learning disabilities, mental health issues, or complex needs. Knowledge of relevant issues and awareness of national and local directives are essential. Applications from students due to qualify this year are welcome, but priority will be given to those already registered, especially those experienced in eating, drinking & swallowing assessments and treatments.

This role is part of a dynamic SLT LD and Mental Health service offering peer support, supervision, and CPD opportunities. There may be occasional assessments or interventions required in other Trust areas, including inpatient units.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust serving County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. Our teams work across education, prevention, crisis, and specialist care, partnering with communities to improve mental health and wellbeing. We prioritize listening to those in our care, involving patients, families, and carers in support and treatment decisions. Our commitment is to ensure everyone in our region receives the mental health care they need to lead fulfilling lives.

Details

Date posted: 17 June 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum

Contract: Fixed-term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, flexible, home/remote working, compressed hours

Reference number: 346-DDL-026-25-A

Location: Chester-le-street health centre, Newcastle Road, Chester-le-street, DH3 3UR

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached detailed job description and person specification to ensure you meet the criteria before applying. Applicants must have approval from their current line manager for secondment. If permanent funding is secured, the appointment will be made permanent.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or pending
• Current HCPC registration or pending
• IELTS level 8 for international recruits

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Postgraduate training in a relevant specialist area

Experience (Essential)

• Experience from student placements or postgraduate practice in diverse areas

Experience (Desirable)

• Supporting individuals with mental health, learning disabilities, or autism
• Working within a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge (Essential)

• Understanding of professional standards and their application
• Knowledge of the needs of service users with mental health or learning disabilities

Knowledge (Desirable)

• Clinical risk assessment skills
• Evidence-based practice knowledge in a specialist area

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check and UK professional registration. Applications requiring sponsorship are welcome; further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must have current UK registration and meet all legal requirements for employment.