Job summary Are you looking for an exciting new challenge to develop your clinical and leaderships skills? We have an opportunity to join a dynamic, friendly team of speech and language therapists in Somerset. This is a full time post offering the flexibility of working across caseloads in an acute setting. Flexible working patterns will be considered. Although the majority of the timetable will be on the acute stroke or acute medical and surgical wards, there will be the opportunity, if desired to develop skills in head and neck cancer and critical care. Furthermore, there will be opportunities to develop specialist skills in videofluoroscopy and FEES with full support from experienced clinicians. Our team has a well established supervision and support network in place. We have access to a wide variety of CPD opportunities and we encourage development of leadership skills alongside clinical skills from the start of your career journey. We value the importance of staff well-being and have appointed a well-being lead in the service to ensure all staff have access to well-being support alongside their one to one sessions and clinical supervision. We are looking for an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist who is passionate about delivering high quality evidence- based care. Main duties of the job Assessing and diagnosing patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Working as a core member of the stroke multidisciplinary team. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-2183 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities See uploaded full job description and person specification To work at Musgrove Park Hospital delivering patient centred and evidence based care for patients with a wide range of acquired clinical disorders in an acute hospital setting. Follow-up telephone reviews, and at times face to face assessments, for patients leaving the acute setting who are transferred to a community hospital. To assess, diagnose and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Regular triage and prioritization of caseloads. To work as part of multi professional team in the management of acutely unwell patients on the medical and surgical wards and the acute stroke unit. To actively contribute to service developments and incorporate these into core services, in areas of communication and swallowing. To work towards competence in videofluoroscopy, FEES and tracheostomy. To be included in the SLT Bank Holiday working rota. Job description Job responsibilities See uploaded full job description and person specification To work at Musgrove Park Hospital delivering patient centred and evidence based care for patients with a wide range of acquired clinical disorders in an acute hospital setting. Follow-up telephone reviews, and at times face to face assessments, for patients leaving the acute setting who are transferred to a community hospital. To assess, diagnose and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Regular triage and prioritization of caseloads. To work as part of multi professional team in the management of acutely unwell patients on the medical and surgical wards and the acute stroke unit. To actively contribute to service developments and incorporate these into core services, in areas of communication and swallowing. To work towards competence in videofluoroscopy, FEES and tracheostomy. To be included in the SLT Bank Holiday working rota. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Speech and Language Therapy. Level 5 Dysphagia competencies. Full UK Driving Licence Experience Essential Experience of supporting and supervising students Additional Criteria Essential Skilled in recognising, diagnosing and treating swallowing disorders. Skilled in recognising, diagnosing and treating communication disorders. Able to work in partnership (e.g. with neuropsychologist, medics), in the assessment of patient capacity. Strong IT skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic. Ability to listen to other views respecting and valuing individual patient needs. Professional and patient focused approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members. Excellent organisational skills Able to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner. Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team. Desirable Able to prepare teaching materials for designated courses and to participate and lead in courses. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Speech and Language Therapy. Level 5 Dysphagia competencies. Full UK Driving Licence Experience Essential Experience of supporting and supervising students Additional Criteria Essential Skilled in recognising, diagnosing and treating swallowing disorders. Skilled in recognising, diagnosing and treating communication disorders. Able to work in partnership (e.g. with neuropsychologist, medics), in the assessment of patient capacity. Strong IT skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic. Ability to listen to other views respecting and valuing individual patient needs. Professional and patient focused approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members. Excellent organisational skills Able to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner. Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team. Desirable Able to prepare teaching materials for designated courses and to participate and lead in courses. 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). 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. 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)