Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our Stroke Early Supported Discharge Team. The post is 18.75hours or 0.5WTE. We have flexibility how these hours are worked between Monday to Friday. Our service provides therapy to stroke patients in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin area. Our base office is in Shrewsbury. Main duties of the job Our Stroke Early Supported Discharge team is a friendly and dynamic group of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Assistant Practitioners, with funding for a Dietitian. We deliver high quality therapy to patients in their own home in the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin areas. As such, this role offers a great opportunity to work with a broad range of professions to drive forward excellent integrated stroke care for the patient's we serve. The successful candidate must have experience of working with adults with complex acquired disorders of communication and swallowing. We are looking for an individual who has an excellent understanding of evidenced based-practice within the speciality of stroke rehabilitation. The ability to influence and implement best-practice, to ensure we are continuously improving the quality of services provided to patients across the pathways. The post holder will be responsible for the clinical supervision and mentorship of Assistant Practitioners within ESD team and SLT students. You will be required to deliver training within our therapy structure. We are fortunate to offer our patients a 7 day stroke therapy service, at present from a SLT perspective we offer a 6 day service. The successful candidate would be expected to participate in this work pattern. The post holder must be able to drive. Informal visits and telephone discussions are welcomed. About us Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum/pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 223-SLT-868 Job locations Therapy Services, William Farr House, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XL Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Job description Job responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Speech & Language Therapy Registered with Health Care Professions Council and RCSLT Evidence of specialist clinical training in relevant areas Work Experience Essential Evidence of experience in relevant area of clinical practice Evidence of teaching / presentation experience Experience in audit and research Desirable Experience of integrated working Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Speech & Language Therapy Registered with Health Care Professions Council and RCSLT Evidence of specialist clinical training in relevant areas Work Experience Essential Evidence of experience in relevant area of clinical practice Evidence of teaching / presentation experience Experience in audit and research Desirable Experience of integrated working 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 The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Address Therapy Services, William Farr House, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Mytton Oak Road Shrewsbury SY3 8XL Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)