Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

NHS

  • Swansea
  • £39,263-47,280 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 12 hours ago
Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking to specialise in stroke care?Would you love to work in innovative and supportive MDTs where patient centred care and evidence-based practice is prioritised?Do you want to work for an SLT department that is invested in staff wellbeing and professional development?If the answer is YES, then Swansea Bay UHB have a part time (30 hours) vacancy you can apply for in our stroke service.SBUHB's stroke service includes acute services at Morriston Hospital, rehabilitation at Neath Port Talbot Hospital and an Early Supported Discharge Service in the community. All parts of the pathway include experienced MDTs allowing for stimulating and creative opportunities for interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary team working.We welcome applications from candidates with the pre-requisite skills at a band 6 specialist level as well as from those who aspire to develop their knowledge and skills. Under Annex 21, we are offering the opportunity to complete a dedicated competency framework, with access to regular supervision from experienced clinicians, focused CPD activities and a clear pathway for completion of your training.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be required to work and develop skills across all parts of the stroke pathway. They will work in a supportive team under the Acute and Rehab Stroke leads with opportunities to support band 5 SLTs, band 4 SLT assistant and Rehab Technicians. The post holder will need to deliver training to other members of the team and will also provide student placements to SLT undergraduates.You will be working in a team with strong working links across the whole SLT department and opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills and expand professional development with support from specialist colleagues, a Stroke Consultant Therapist and the Neuro-Sciences SLT Clinical Lead. The department is equipped with state of the art equipment to optimize patient care including access to videofluoroscopy clinics, several FEES stacks and instrumental bio-feedback equipment for dysphagia rehabilitation and computer based aphasia therapy.The ideal candidate will be innovative and dynamic, with strong time management and MDT working skills. Specialist clinical skills and knowledge of stroke medicine, the stroke pathway and evidence based practice will be embedded within their clinical practice. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable to respond to the changing clinical demands across the pathway.About usWe believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number130-AHP077-0825Job locationsMorriston HospitalHeol Maes EglwysSwanseaSA6 6NLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in TracPerson SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
  • Recognised SLT degree or equivalent
  • Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC
  • Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia
Desirable
  • Relevant postgrad courses
  • CEN member
ExperienceEssential
  • Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties
  • Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants
  • Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload
  • Experience and knowledge of use of AAC
  • Planning and delivery of clinical audit
  • Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups
  • Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision
Desirable
  • Working within an MDT
Knowledge and SkillsEssential
  • Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice
  • Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis
  • Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information
  • Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management
  • Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies
  • Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism
  • Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc
Desirable
  • Experience of conflict resolution
  • Ability to speak Welsh
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care
  • Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs
Desirable
  • Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board
Person SpecificationQualifications & TrainingEssential
  • Recognised SLT degree or equivalent
  • Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC
  • Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia
Desirable
  • Relevant postgrad courses
  • CEN member
ExperienceEssential
  • Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties
  • Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants
  • Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload
  • Experience and knowledge of use of AAC
  • Planning and delivery of clinical audit
  • Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups
  • Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision
Desirable
  • Working within an MDT
Knowledge and SkillsEssential
  • Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice
  • Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis
  • Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information
  • Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management
  • Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies
  • Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism
  • Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc
Desirable
  • Experience of conflict resolution
  • Ability to speak Welsh
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care
  • Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs
Desirable
  • Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board

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