Job summary Job overview Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) eager to specialise in managing swallowing difficulties and developing your leadership skills in an acute inpatient setting? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic East Sussex Speech & Language Therapy service. This position is available as a Band 6 post or as a Band 6 Development post (starting at 70% of the Band 6 entry point under Annex U). Why Join Us? Benefit from protected time for Continuing Professional Development with monthly clinical forums, regular supervision, and access to external training and CENs. Opportunities to complete post-qualification competencies such as videofluoroscopy, FEES, and tracheostomy are available. Participate in regional videofluoroscopy clinics, award-winning swallow disorder clinics, and FEES. You will have the chance to gain experience on a busy hyper-acute and acute Stroke Unit at Eastbourne Hospital working with cutting-edge swallow rehabilitation tools such as IOPI, Ampcare, and EMST. A research active team, we are currently taking part in the national PhEAST study which you will have to opportunity to learn about. Become part of a county-wide SLT service, offering opportunities to work across both acute and community settings. Be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality patient care and professional growth. Main duties of the job Main duties of the job We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist who has completed their NQP competencies (ideally with post-basic dysphagia training) and is looking for their next step. This role will allow you to: Work alongside highly specialist SLTs and assistants in community services, including rehabilitation, voice, head & neck cancer, stroke, critical care, and neurological degenerative conditions. Gain experience in MDT working and rehabilitation across various clinical settings. Contribute to service improvement and innovative research projects, with time set aside in your job plan for development and collaboration. Engage in student education through our partnerships with higher education institutions, including pioneering virtual clinics using 360 cameras. About us We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes. In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Why Work with Us We offer a comprehensive in-service education program, supported by close links with the University of Brighton and other academic institutions. Relocation Support: A relocation package may be available for successful candidates. Progressive Environment: We actively promote staff development through postgraduate courses, CENs, and in-house clinical forums. Join our award-winning team and take the next step in your SLT career in a supportive, innovative and collaborative environment. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 374-KN125 Job locations Eastbourne District General Hospital Kings Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group) Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group Awareness of the wider context of the NHS within specialist clinical field Knowledge of record keeping standards Evidence of CPD in previous year Knowledge of client centre practice Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy Good organisational and time management skills Good presentation skills both written and verbal Negotiation and problem-solving skills The ability to verbalise the clinical reasoning process in the management of routine cases Motivated to work flexibly with an inter-professional framework Evidence of initiative and ability to use own initiative within boundaries of role Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to implement and respond to change Ability to work alone when required Good IT skills Desirable Experience of systmone Experience Essential Relevant experience at undergraduate/post graduate level To have worked under the supervision of a clinical specialist Experience of client centred goals Experience of managing own caseload and prioritisation Desirable Experience of working within an acute setting Experience of mentoring students/assistants Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Experience of training other professionals Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent Health Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Completion of RCSLT NQP competencies Desirable Completion of specialist short courses in communication disorders/AAC Dysphagia trained, meeting the specialist level C RCSLT dysphagia competency framework Other Essential Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically Ability to move between locations in a cost effective and timely manner Able to be flexible about duties and role Person Specification Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential Knowledge of a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions (relevant to the client group) Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit Knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group Awareness of the wider context of the NHS within specialist clinical field Knowledge of record keeping standards Evidence of CPD in previous year Knowledge of client centre practice Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy Good organisational and time management skills Good presentation skills both written and verbal Negotiation and problem-solving skills The ability to verbalise the clinical reasoning process in the management of routine cases Motivated to work flexibly with an inter-professional framework Evidence of initiative and ability to use own initiative within boundaries of role Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to implement and respond to change Ability to work alone when required Good IT skills Desirable Experience of systmone Experience Essential Relevant experience at undergraduate/post graduate level To have worked under the supervision of a clinical specialist Experience of client centred goals Experience of managing own caseload and prioritisation Desirable Experience of working within an acute setting Experience of mentoring students/assistants Experience of multi-disciplinary team working Experience of training other professionals Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent Health Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Completion of RCSLT NQP competencies Desirable Completion of specialist short courses in communication disorders/AAC Dysphagia trained, meeting the specialist level C RCSLT dysphagia competency framework Other Essential Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically Ability to move between locations in a cost effective and timely manner Able to be flexible about duties and role 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 East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust Address Eastbourne District General Hospital Kings Drive Eastbourne BN21 2UD Employer's website http://jobs.esht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)