Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills and attributes
Demonstrate good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
- Skills and attributes
Access to own transport for work purposes
- Experience and knowledge
Clinical experience in adult clients with communication and/or swallowing disorders
- Qualifications and professional training
SLT degree or recognised equivalent
- Qualifications and professional training
Registered member of RCSLT
- Qualifications and professional training
Registered member of HCPC
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience and knowledge
Additional work experience with members of the public
- Experience and knowledge
Knowledge of the local area
Job overview
The post holder will contribute to the adult team by undertaking general speech and language therapy casework, in a variety of settings, within the health, local authority, independent and voluntary sectors.
Main duties of the job
The Speech and Language therapy department offers assessment, diagnosis and intervention, both direct and indirect, to clients of all ages, experiencing difficulties in any aspect of communication and/or associated swallowing problems.
The department also strives to raise awareness of communication impairment across professional groups and the general public, as well as offering strategies for prevention.
There is also a commitment to encourage entry to the profession and offer quality placements to Speech and Language therapy students. The department will also offer practical experience, whenever possible, to students from other disciplines.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached documents for a more detailed description of this position and its responsibilities.
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 Speech and Language Therapist with Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust in Birkenhead, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 22 Oct 2026.
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