Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our SLT teams at Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital and the Neurological Rehabilitation Centre at Edgware Hospital. Within 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. This post comprises rotations and specialist competencies in: Acute general medicine and elderly care, Acute stroke, Respiratory, surgical and critical care, Voice and Head & neck cancer, Specialist neurological rehabilitation. These rotational posts are regularly reviewed. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and passionate therapist, who is keen to develop specialist clinical knowledge. They should be forward thinking with excellent organisational and clinical skills to provide excellent quality of care and facilitate safe discharges. There are opportunities to lead on and participate in Quality Improvement Projects and assist in 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 in order to gain competencies across the areas of: acute, elderly and 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 and offer some services in this area. Dysphagia competencies and proven skills in MDT working and prioritisation are necessary for this role. Experience of videofluoroscopy is desirable, but training will be provided as necessary. We also provide a FEES service for inpatients and outpatients. 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. Date posted 21 February 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-7009327 Job locations Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet and Chase Farm EN5 3DJ Job description Job 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 Job description Job 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 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 Membership of special interest group Desirable Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Experience Essential Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Experience at a Band 6 level or above including voice/head and neck cance Experience with videofluoroscopy interpretation and clinical reporting Experience of working within a MDT Presentations to a range of groups Teaching/training of staff or students Desirable Tracheostomy management 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 Membership of special interest group Desirable Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Experience Essential Good understanding of relevant clinical guidelines Experience at a Band 6 level or above including voice/head and neck cance Experience with videofluoroscopy interpretation and clinical reporting Experience of working within a MDT Presentations to a range of groups Teaching/training of staff or students Desirable Tracheostomy management 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 Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet and Chase Farm EN5 3DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)