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Job overview
This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.
This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join the Acute Speech and Language Therapy service at Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust. We are a small friendly service passionate about quality patient care, service development and creating a brilliant learning environment.
The post holder will join our team to work together to provide a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (SLT) service for a varied range of inpatient presentations including complex neurological presentations within Royal Cornwall Hospital sites. There are regular opportunities for involvement in team service development, hospital wide service development, training and education alongside professional CPD.
Main duties of the job
To provide a Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (SLT) service for inpatients within Royal Cornwall Hospital sites. The caseload will consist of general inpatients, including complex neurological conditions.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
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We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Acute Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust in Truro, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent: The post holder may be required to participate in a rota covering West Cornwall Hospital (Penzance). Approximately 1 half day in 4 weeks and Bank Holidays. The application deadline is 09 Jun 2026.
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