Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Adult Speech and Language Therapy team. We pride ourselves on being an innovative and encouraging team with a strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development and service development at every level. We offer excellent clinical and professional supervision.
This post is based at Harrogate District Hospital within the small but specialist Community Neurology team. Supported by a team of Band 7, Band 6's, SLT Assistants and the wider MDT, the post holder will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills working within a community neurology caseload. The role will involve outpatient appointments, domiciliary and nursing home visits.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide a comprehensive clinical service for community neurology patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing needs within the Harrogate and District area. The role will involve outpatient appointments, domiciliary and nursing home visits.
The successful candidate will have knowledge, skills and experience of working with both dysphagia and communication patients as a result of both progressive and non-progressive neurological disorders.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to maximize the rehabilitation potential of patients. To deliver education and training to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person specification. If you have any questions please contact Helen Rant on [email protected]
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This advert is for Speech and Language Therapist- Community Neurology Team with Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust in Harrogate, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata. The contract type is 18 months (Fixed term contract will end January 31st 2028 (Approximately 18months depending on start date)). The application deadline is 09 Jun 2026.
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