NHS
Developing Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
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Job Description
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- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
- Recognised Speech & Language Therapist degree qualification or equivalent
- Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practise
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
- Successful completion of postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses including dysphagia
- Experience of working with adult clients with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties
- Experience working in a hospital setting
- Completion of Kings Dysphagia Supervision Schedule or equivalent
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to client group
- Knowledge of range of appropriate therapeutic interventions relevant to the client group
- Awareness of standards of clinical record keeping
- Working knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and audit and their application to professional practice
- Publication in appropriate journals, etc
- Proficient use of computer packages such as word, excel, publisher
Job summary
We are excited to recruit a full-time permanent Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to work with outpatients and inpatients at Darent Valley Hospital in Dartford, on the South-East London/North-West Kent border. We would consider appointing a newly qualified or established Developing Specialist SLT with the required profile and enthusiasm. We are situated near South-East London with good transport links, where an additional 5% high cost of living allowance applies. We pride ourselves in being a friendly, proactive and flexible team.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work part-time with a generalist outpatient caseload with an emphasis on ENT/Voice patients and including dysphagia [2-3 days, dependent on experience and interest]. They will also work on the acute wards [the remainder of the time] including respiratory, gastroenterology, general medical, surgical and care of the elderly.
The post holder will be working alongside our team of 17 staff: Highly Specialist SLT Team Leads, Specialist and developing Specialist SLTs, SLT Assistants and administrators. There are well established Inpatient, Outpatient and Macmillan teams, and excellent team administrative support.
There may also be an opportunity to work with acute stroke patients
About us
The post holder will work towards becoming independent in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders. Experience with dysphonia, dysphagia, and outpatient/inpatient work is desirable. They will be an integral member of the Adult SLT team and will gain the opportunity to provide training to other healthcare professionals. The successful candidate will be able to access support from lead specialist therapists in areas of voice, dementia, palliative care, stroke/neurology, tracheostomy, and head & neck cancer. There are also on-site weekly videofluoroscopy and FEES clinics, and access to the off-site Voice Clinic.
Details
Date posted
16 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
252-7156631-A
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and regular participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy including on our X account @dgt_sltdvh
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also very welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Job responsibilities
For newly qualified practitioners, we have a preceptorship and an in-house dysphagia programme, which enable RCSLT and dysphagia competencies to be completed. The chosen candidate will also receive excellent supervision from the well-established and well-resourced SLT team. There is access to informal and formal training and CPD opportunities, where learning and sharing is strongly encouraged. We strive for ongoing service development, and regular participation in projects and audits, and cross-discipline working is highly valued. We are passionate about our team and profession, and actively raise the profile of Speech and Language Therapy including on our X account @dgt_sltdvh
Please watch our recruitment video to hear more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ZCMlSDW0o
We would be very excited to welcome another passionate SLT into our team!
If you are interested in this post and would like any more information, please email dgn-tr.sltdvh@nhs.net or telephone 01322 428593 to discuss the post further. You are also very welcome to visit the Department. We would be very pleased to hear from you.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Education and Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Desirable
Education and Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Desirable
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
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