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Job requirements
Essential
19 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of a wide range of communication disorders
- Knowledge
Knowledge of basic IT skills
- Knowledge
Can demonstrate theoretical knowledge to support job role
- Knowledge
Able to identify own learning needs and engage in self study
- Knowledge
Knowledge of dysphagia
- Knowledge
Knowledge of a range of assessment materials for communication disorders
- Knowledge
Knowledge of NHS initiatives
- Knowledge
Knowledge of confidentiality/ Caldicott/Data Protection legislation
- Knowledge
Knowledge of RCSLT guidelines
- Experience
Experience of working within SLT services with a wide range of clients in undergraduate training and evidence of post graduate working as a registered SLT working towards RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner Competencies
- Experience
Experience of caseload management strategies
- Experience
Experience of liaison withing the multi-disciplinary / multi – agency team
- Experience
Experience in dealing successfully with difficult situations
- Experience
Training/ experience in presentation skills
- Experience
Experience of report writing
- Experience
Experience of using a range of assessment and intervention strategies
- Qualifications
Degree/ Postgraduate qualification leading to licence to practice
- Qualifications
Current RCSLT membership
- Qualifications
Current HCPC registration
Desirable
11 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation and guidance relevant to clinical and service area
- Knowledge
Specialist understanding of relevant clinical practice, standards and protocols within identified clinical area.
- Knowledge
Evidence of undertaking audits/surveys
- Experience
Evidence of sound post-registration professional practice
- Experience
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area at a specialist level of care
- Experience
Experience of effective multi-agency/professional working
- Experience
Experience of case load management within specialist service area
- Experience
Evidence of promoting/supporting active patient/relative involvement/participation
- Experience
Experience in being a practice educator for students
- Qualifications
Completion of RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner competencies.
- Qualifications
Post graduate Dysphagia qualification and/ or evidence of competence at the specialist / proficient level on the RCSLT Dysphagia competencies
Job overview
Working with our community team, you’ll help adults manage communication and swallowing needs, improving choice, independence and wellbeing.
You’ll deliver evidence-based care for a specialist caseload. You’ll work closely with patients, families, colleagues and partner organisations. A supported development pathway may be available for applicants who meet the entry-level requirements
Main duties of the job
- Assess communication and swallowing needs, then agree person-centred care plans
- Manage and prioritise a specialist caseload, including triaging referrals
- Provide advice, training and support to patients, families and professionals
- Maintain clear clinical records and use information securely
- Support junior colleagues, students, audits and service improvement
- A recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification, with current professional registration and membership
- Knowledge of communication disorders and relevant assessment and treatment approaches
- Clear communication, sound clinical judgement and effective workload management
- Experience of working with patients and across professional teams
- A commitment to learning, reflective practice and high-quality, compassionate care
Training, supervision and development support will help you build the required specialist skills. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, value different ideas, and treat everyone with fairness and respect
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for more information
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Development Role 5-6) with City Health Care Partnership CIC in Hull, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa/pr. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Oct 2026.
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