Speech and Language Therapist - Band 5 Community Stroke & Neuro Rehab

Transformationunitgm; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Team. The role involves overseeing a caseload of patients with communication and swallowing difficulties, requiring collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, HCPC registration, and experience in community settings. This is a full-time position that offers development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is necessary.
• Experience with neurological conditions is required.
• Knowledge of assessment techniques relevant to communication difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for patients with acquired swallowing and communication problems.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering integrated care.
• Support the development of registered and non-registered staff members.

Skills

Knowledge of speech and language therapy assessment and treatment techniques

Ability to demonstrate understanding of clinical governance

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

Accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent

Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Tools

Basic computer skills

European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent

Job description

Main area Community Stroke and Neuro Rehab Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Service operates Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:30 (working patterns to be agreed at recruitment)) Job ref 349-LCO-7610472*

Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sale Waterside Town Sale, Manchester Salary £31,049 - £37,796 Per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly

Speech and Language Therapist - Band 5 Community Stroke & Neuro Rehab

NHS AfC: Band 5

Job overview

Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) Local Care Organisation (LCO) has an exciting opportunity for an empathetic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our established Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Team in a Band 5 post.

The post involves carrying a complex and varied caseload of patients with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties. Due the nature of the caseload, the successful candidate will have excellent opportunities to develop their clinical skills within a highly skilled, specialist Multi-disciplinary Team. This will involve working closely with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Specialist Nurses, Dietitians and Neuro Psychologists. In addition to this there will be opportunities to develop in skills in leadership and delivering service change.

The service is passionate about delivering high quality, patient centered care within the patient's own homes and wider community settings and as a result the successful candidate will have a driving license and be required to travel across the borough of Trafford.

Main duties of the job

To provide assessment and intervention for patients with acquired swallowing and/or communication problems, for the Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team and Community Stroke Team as required.

To work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to deliver integrated care plans with patient needs and goals at the forefront of care.

To take on the support and development for registered and non-registered staff members in the service and students.

To be involved in service development and incentives to improve patient care and ensure the provision of a high quality service.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
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Person specification

Qualifications

• Registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Accredited degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent
• IT skills – European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
• Further health related qualification/ relevant study

Knowledge / Skills

• Knowledge of speech and language therapy assessment and treatment techniques relevant to adults with acquired communication or swallowing difficulties.
• Ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance and risk
• Understanding of clinical effectiveness and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues, audit and evidence-based practice
• Commitment to engage in CPD
• Ability to appraise own performance
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of research and audit
• Awareness of relevant National guidance
• Experience of supervision of assistants

Experience

• Evidence of experience with relevant neurological conditions
• Evidence of continuing professional development including relevant attendance at postgraduate courses and conferences within the clinical speciality
• Previous Community experience
• Previous NHS experience
• Completion of RCSLT dysphagia competencies A/B

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name: Natalie Doyle
Job title: Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 0161 912 4141
Additional information: For a discussion about the role please contact Natalie Doyle, Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist on 0161 912 4141