Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Job overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Band 6 Specialist SaLT in  Adult communication and dysphagia, to join our friendly, innovative and supportive Adults team in Bradford, a vibrant multicultural city.

This post will provide a 12 month fixed term contact  offering  the opportunity to work within the Adult  team providing support to our Adult  population and their families  with eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties. There is opportunity to work with colleagues within the wider  multidisciplinary team.

You will join a team of dedicated Speech and Language Therapists and Clinical Support Workers who are passionate about meeting the needs of our population.

The Speech and Language Therapy service provides a supportive network of generalist, specialist and highly specialist therapists working in a wide range of clinical areas, and there are excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and clinical supervision

Closing- 20th March 2026

Shortlisting- 24th March 2026

Interview- 30th March 2026

Main duties of the job

To work effectively as part of an established  Adult Speech and Language Therapy team, to provide assessment, therapy, advice and support to our  Adult  population and their families who have specific needs in relation to their eating, drinking and swallowing.

To assess, develop and implement specialist Speech and Language Therapy treatment.

To manage a caseload of complex cases within  adult  dysphagia.

To offer specialist clinical advice/training/support to SLT colleagues and other professionals in  Adult  dysphagia.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.