Job description
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see attached the person specification and job description for more details regarding this role.
Person specificationQualifications Essential criteria - Recognised Speech and Language Qualification -Degree or equivalent.
- Registered member of the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Post Graduate Dysphagia Qualification or equivalent in-house training to RCSLT Competencies or equivalent.
Desirable criteria - Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Evidence of Completion of relevant specialist short courses or equivalent in-house training.
Experience Essential criteria - Experience of working with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing disorders within an acute or community setting.
Desirable criteria - Experience of supporting junior staff, students or clinical assistants.
- Experience of running training sessions on communication and/or swallowing issues to other health and social care professionals.
Knowledge Essential criteria - Knowledge of varying approaches to the assessment and management of patients with dysphagia including instrumental assessments (Video fluoroscopy / FEES).
- Knowledge of adult communication impairments and swallowing problems to a specialist level.
Skills Essential criteria - Demonstrates ability to be a good team member as well as to work independently and manage own caseload
- Standard key board skills & the ability to use IT packages such as Word, Outlook, Power point & Excel
Aptitudes Essential criteria - Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
- Recognises the limits of own authority within the role
- Seeks and uses professional support appropriately
- Understands the principle of confidentiality
- Ability to cope with emotionally demanding situations, monitor and manage own stress levels and seek support as required
- Strong belief in CPD and reflective practice.
Disclosure & Barring Check FeeWhere your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month's salary. Volunteers are exempt.
Our Values - At the heart of all we doWe recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview.
Early closure noticeWe may close this advert early if we receive enough applications-please apply without delay.
International Applicants & SponsorshipApplications from candidates requiring UK sponsorship are welcome where the role is eligible for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) rules.
Please note that not all roles will meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Eligibility is determined by factors including occupation code, skill level and salary thresholds in line with UKVI guidance.
Most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals require a visa to work in the UK. Candidates are encouraged to review current visa requirements and eligibility before applying:
