Job summary An exciting opportunity within the Community Stroke team has arisen for either a motivated newly qualified SLT/an existing B5 SLT who is ready to progress/ or B6 SLT with a strong interest in stroke rehabilitation. The successful candidate will have a desire to work towards or have completed post-basic dysphagia training with experience of working with stroke patients and be based at Sedgefield Community Hospital. The Band 5/6 Annex 21 post will be supported by senior staff to ensure that the applicant continues to develop a broad range of specialist SLT competencies that meet the RCSLT standards. We can offer a well established network of support from peers and collaborative working within a highly skilled team. At least one year of general experience working as a speech and language therapist with completed dysphagia competencies is required to be appointed at Band 6. If you do not yet meet the essential criteria to be appointed at Band 6 you would initially be appointed at Band 5.We will provide professional development opportunities to enable career development; once the essential requirements of the Band 6 person specification are met you will be appointed to B6. Main duties of the job We are looking for a well-organised Speech and Language Therapist to assess, develop, and implement effective treatment plans for community-based stroke patients. Your clinical expertise will be pivotal in providing targeted therapeutic interventions with evaluations of outcomes. Independently manage and prioritize a caseload of stroke patients. -Collaborate closely with colleagues and relevant agencies for information exchange and attendance at weekly MDT meetings. -Provide advice and support to patients, caregivers, and volunteers on communication and swallowing difficulties post-stroke. -Participate in evaluating service provision, exploring different work methods, and assessing therapy outcomes. -Supervise students and assistants and contribute to in-service training initiatives -Participate in regular SLT CPD and SLT clinical supervision About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success Date posted 18 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £29,970 to £44,962 a year Salary Annex 21 per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9439-2425-1119 Job locations Sedgefield Community Hospital Salters Lane Sedgefield Stockton-on-tees Cleveland TS21 3EE Job description Job responsibilities The Community stroke team offers a supportive team of experienced colleagues including specialist SLT's and skilled therapy assistants allowing ready-access to support second opinions and ongoing peer supervision to deliver evidence-based practice assessment and therapy to patients across all settings. You will help supervise speech and language therapy students, as well as contribute to the delivery of teaching programmes to a wide range of community professionals enhancing patient care. We can offer you a challenging and rewarding post that includes: Clinical supervision Monthly staff meetings, regular management supervision and peer support groups Annual Appraisal In-Service Training Well- resourced department with up to date technology Good access to communication aids/ ipads and apps Mobile-working laptop and mobile phone Professional Lead in Speech and Language Therapy and Clinical Leads in all specialist areas Weekly SLT-led VFSS/ FEES Good IT access If successful you will be required to undertake a CRB check. A copy of the Code of Practice is available on request. Please note this position requires a Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS) formerly To apply please go to www.jobs.nhs.uk Quoting the job reference number IN LINE WITH NHS EMPLOYMENT CHECK STANDARDS, YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE WRITTEN REFERENCES COVERING A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT AND/OR TRAINING. The Trust has core values of Quality, Care, Respect, Leadership and Achievement which it expects all employees to demonstrate. Full details of these are available on the Trust website: http://www.cddft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-core-values.aspx We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community and actively promote equal opportunities. Unfortunately we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within 6 weeks should assume that their application has been unsuccessful. Job description Job responsibilities The Community stroke team offers a supportive team of experienced colleagues including specialist SLT's and skilled therapy assistants allowing ready-access to support second opinions and ongoing peer supervision to deliver evidence-based practice assessment and therapy to patients across all settings. You will help supervise speech and language therapy students, as well as contribute to the delivery of teaching programmes to a wide range of community professionals enhancing patient care. We can offer you a challenging and rewarding post that includes: Clinical supervision Monthly staff meetings, regular management supervision and peer support groups Annual Appraisal In-Service Training Well- resourced department with up to date technology Good access to communication aids/ ipads and apps Mobile-working laptop and mobile phone Professional Lead in Speech and Language Therapy and Clinical Leads in all specialist areas Weekly SLT-led VFSS/ FEES Good IT access If successful you will be required to undertake a CRB check. A copy of the Code of Practice is available on request. Please note this position requires a Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS) formerly To apply please go to www.jobs.nhs.uk Quoting the job reference number IN LINE WITH NHS EMPLOYMENT CHECK STANDARDS, YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE WRITTEN REFERENCES COVERING A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT AND/OR TRAINING. The Trust has core values of Quality, Care, Respect, Leadership and Achievement which it expects all employees to demonstrate. Full details of these are available on the Trust website: http://www.cddft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-core-values.aspx We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community and actively promote equal opportunities. Unfortunately we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within 6 weeks should assume that their application has been unsuccessful. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist. Relevant experience post registration. Desirable Community experience Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of national and local Health/education/Social Care Policies and practices. Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices which requires expertise within a specialism or discipline, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience. Knowledge and understanding of a range of procedures and practices relating to the identification, definition diagnosis and remediation of disorders of human communication, some of which are non-routine. Ability to make judgements involving a range of facts or situations which require the analysis or comparison of a range of options. Planning and organisational skills applicable to handling a small number of complex activities that may require the formulation and adjustment of plans. High level interpersonal and communication skills persuasion, negotiation, training, empathy and re-assurance. Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information Special Requirements Essential Ability to travel independently county wide and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis. Ability to meet physical demands of the post Commitment, motivation and ability to work flexibly within a multidisciplinary service Qualifications Essential Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT. Evidence of successful completion of non-specialist short courses including post-basic dysphagia or equivalent. Statutory Registration Essential Health Professionals Council License to Practice Desirable Member of RCSLT Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist. Relevant experience post registration. Desirable Community experience Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of national and local Health/education/Social Care Policies and practices. Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices which requires expertise within a specialism or discipline, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience. Knowledge and understanding of a range of procedures and practices relating to the identification, definition diagnosis and remediation of disorders of human communication, some of which are non-routine. Ability to make judgements involving a range of facts or situations which require the analysis or comparison of a range of options. Planning and organisational skills applicable to handling a small number of complex activities that may require the formulation and adjustment of plans. High level interpersonal and communication skills persuasion, negotiation, training, empathy and re-assurance. Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information Special Requirements Essential Ability to travel independently county wide and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis. Ability to meet physical demands of the post Commitment, motivation and ability to work flexibly within a multidisciplinary service Qualifications Essential Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT. Evidence of successful completion of non-specialist short courses including post-basic dysphagia or equivalent. Statutory Registration Essential Health Professionals Council License to Practice Desirable Member of RCSLT 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 County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Address Sedgefield Community Hospital Salters Lane Sedgefield Stockton-on-tees Cleveland TS21 3EE Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)