Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our SLT teams. Integrated into multi-disciplinary teams, we provide excellent quality of care for our patients. Alongside specialist clinical teams, you will be joining a team of 18 Speech and Language Therapists and SLTAs. We are a supportive and dynamic team with a reputation for developing staff in a friendly environment. This post comprises rotations and specialist competencies in: - Acute general medicine and elderly care (Barnet Hospital) - Acute stroke (Barnet Hospital) - Respiratory, surgical and critical care (Barnet Hospital) - Voice and Head & neck cancer (Barnet Hospital, 1 session Chase Farm Hospital) - Specialist neurological rehabilitation (Edgware Hospital) These rotational posts are regularly reviewed. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic individual, who is keen to develop specialist clinical knowledge. They should have excellent organisational and clinical skills to provide a high quality of care and facilitate safe discharges. There are opportunities to participate in Quality Improvement Projects and setting new directions for our service. The Therapy Department holds a high profile within the Trust and is committed to staff and service development. We offer a range of in-service and external training to suit the needs of the service and individual's learning objectives. You will be encouraged to develop your clinical, teaching and managerial skills within Trust values and CPD guidelines. Main duties of the job This post involves supporting the SLT team to manage a busy caseload and participating in the Band 6 rotation to gain competencies across the areas of: elderly care and general medicine; respiratory and surgical wards, including critical care; voice, head and neck cancer service; acute stroke and specialist neurological rehabilitation. The SLT team also work with the Rapid Response Team. Dysphagia competencies and proven skills in MDT working and prioritisation are necessary for this role. We provide inpatient and outpatient FEES and video fluoroscopy services and there will be opportunities for this post to participate in these services. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the regular teaching and training programme throughout the Trust. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. Our catchment area spans diverse communities, and we are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them. Enthusiasm for advancing equality for LGBT, BME and people with disabilities is essential. Detailed job description and main responsibilities: Please see job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Enquiries are welcomed by Rosalind Pawar, SLT Clinical and Professional Lead Rosalind.Pawarnhs.net Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-RFL-6927216-A Job locations Barnet Barnet and Chase Farm EN5 3DJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Informal enquiries are welcomed by Rosalind Pawar, SLT Clinical and Professional Lead at Rosalind.Pawarnhs.net Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Informal enquiries are welcomed by Rosalind Pawar, SLT Clinical and Professional Lead at Rosalind.Pawarnhs.net Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Degree/ graduate diploma or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as a speech and language therapist Certificated graduate courses or equivalent inhouse training in clinical specialty areas Desirable Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Membership of special interest group Experience Essential Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Broad range of clinical experience at a Band 5 level or above Teaching/training/presentations to staff or students Supervision of more junior staff, assistants and/students Active participation in an audit or project work Evidence of CPD Desirable Experience of working in an acute, hospital-based setting, including working within an MDT Skills and aptitudes Essential Understanding of the role of SLT across a broad range of clinical areas Effective clinical reasoning skills Ability to reflect on and appraise own practice Effective verbal communication skills with a range of patients and healthcare professionals regarding complex and sensitive issues Effective written communication skills Good presentation skills Able to autonomously manage clinical caseload and prioritise effectively Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary Ability to demonstrate initiative to manage own time & meet deadlines Ability to be proactive in-service development Ability to critically evaluate current research & apply to own practice Knowledge and application of principles of evidence-based practice Knowledge of the use of instrumental assessment Skills in differential diagnosis in communication and swallowing disorders in adults with acquired disorders Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Strong interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and negotiation Positive attitude to change; able to facilitate change within teams Self-motivated and able to motivate others Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Degree/ graduate diploma or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration as a speech and language therapist Certificated graduate courses or equivalent inhouse training in clinical specialty areas Desirable Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Membership of special interest group Experience Essential Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Broad range of clinical experience at a Band 5 level or above Teaching/training/presentations to staff or students Supervision of more junior staff, assistants and/students Active participation in an audit or project work Evidence of CPD Desirable Experience of working in an acute, hospital-based setting, including working within an MDT Skills and aptitudes Essential Understanding of the role of SLT across a broad range of clinical areas Effective clinical reasoning skills Ability to reflect on and appraise own practice Effective verbal communication skills with a range of patients and healthcare professionals regarding complex and sensitive issues Effective written communication skills Good presentation skills Able to autonomously manage clinical caseload and prioritise effectively Ability to work effectively within different teams both multi and uni-disciplinary Ability to demonstrate initiative to manage own time & meet deadlines Ability to be proactive in-service development Ability to critically evaluate current research & apply to own practice Knowledge and application of principles of evidence-based practice Knowledge of the use of instrumental assessment Skills in differential diagnosis in communication and swallowing disorders in adults with acquired disorders Personal Qualities & attributes Essential Strong interpersonal skills, including assertiveness and negotiation Positive attitude to change; able to facilitate change within teams Self-motivated and able to motivate others 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Barnet Barnet and Chase Farm EN5 3DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)