About this role
Job summary
Speech and Language Therapist - Band 6
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, or 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday to FridayContract: TemporaryBand: Band 6Service: Adult Speech and Language Therapy
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join our adult Speech and Language Therapy team on a temporary basis.
The successful candidate will provide assessment and intervention for adults with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties, working collaboratively with patients, carers, care staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
Undertake assessment, diagnosis, treatment and review of adults with communication and swallowing disorders, using evidence-based practice and relevant professional guidelines. Assess and manage dysphagia, including specialist oral motor and swallowing assessments. Provide clear, clinically appropriate recommendations to support safe eating, drinking and medication administration. Use appropriate assessment and treatment approaches, including relevant standardised assessments. Provide education, advice, support and training to patients, carers, care staff and other healthcare professionals. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team. Demonstrate an understanding of Eating and Drinking with Acknowledged Risks (EDAR) and its application within clinical practice. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional and organisational requirements. Manage and prioritise a clinical caseload effectively, ensuring appropriate follow-up and review. Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and safe, effective service delivery.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Recognised SLT degree Registration with Health & Care Professionals Council Registered member of RCSLT Completion of dysphagia competencies
Desirable
Evidence of relevant post-registration education and training e.g. in Stroke, Supervision Member of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a variety of adult clinical settings within the UK/NHS Experience of working and liaising with other MDT professionals Ability to understand complex issues, problem solve and propose solutions Able to communicate with patients in an empathetic manner regarding their treatment and procedures Experience of supervising/ managing junior staff and students Experience working with adults from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Independent management of dysphagia caseload
Desirable
Experience of working with a community SLT service Experience of establishing competencies and a training programme for junior staff Experience of working with adults requiring tube feeding Participation in audit; research projects; service development
Skills and Knowledge Essential
In-depth knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions and evidence of a specialist level of clinical expertise in relevant areas Good understanding of the principles of clinical governance and audit Ability to use IT including PowerPoint, Excel, Word Highly developed negotiation and problem-solving skills Ability to identify and assess the potential risks involved in work activities and processes for self and others Ability to listen effectively and provide constructive feedback to patients and colleagues. Awareness of the management and use of data in the NHS setting
Desirable
Postgraduate research in a relevant area.
Other Essential
Ability to assume leadership responsibilities Comfortable addressing difficult issues e.g. limited rehab potential; complex condition-related information to patients' families/carers
Desirable
Able to demonstrate initiative and innovative approaches towards work.
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 Central London Community Health Trust
Address Edgware Community Hospital
Deasbrook Road
Edgware
HA8 0AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)