Job overview
Following an internal promotion an opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated speech and language therapist, to join the Acute Speech and Language Therapy team within Epsom General Hospital.
This post is based in an acute hospital setting and involves working as an integral member of the SLT team alongside the wider MDT on the acute wards.
Applicants should have skills and experience in managing patients with swallowing and communication disorders. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic SLT with a strong interest in acquired communication and swallowing disorders, good communication and team-working skills as well as effective time management and organisation skills. The department has close support networks with local community based Speech and Language therapy services, including regular journal clubs and in-service training.
Main duties of the job
- Management of patients with swallowing and communication impairments in an acute setting. Caseload may encompass a range of origins such as neurology, respiratory medicine, cardio-thoracic medicine/surgery, gastroenterology, care of the elderly, general surgery, renal medicine and general medicine and HDU
- To act as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to contribute to the coordination, overall development and management of Speech & Language Therapy input on the wards
- To develop further skills in the area of Videofluoroscopy and FEES and actively participate in the running of the Videofluoroscopy clinics and support with FEES as required
- To be accountable for own professional action and recognize own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate
- To participate in team meetings, audit and research projects on a regular basis within the Speech and Language Therapy Service
- Training of SLTs, carers and other members of the MDT, as well as supervising students and mentoring junior staff with appropriate support
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification in your supporting statement.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Established experience (Band 5 or above) working with adults in an acute setting including managing your own caseload and using a range of assessment and therapy techniques
- Well established knowledge of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions relevant to adults with acquired speech, language and swallowing difficulties
Desirable
- Previous experience of videofluoroscopy/FEES
- Experience of student /assistant supervision and training
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills and ability to communicate sensitive and complex information
- Flexible to the demands of the environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Work as one team – communicate, collaborate and share
- Treat everyone fairly regardless of protective characteristics, profession, role or level
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
- Health Professions Council – Licence to Practice
- Postgraduate dysphagia training and experience. Competencies signed off
- Membership of RCSLT
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This advert is for Specialist Speech & Language Therapist – Adult Acute with Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust in Carshalton, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 Pro-rata pa inc HCAS (Outer). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Aug 2026.
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