Locality Lead Speech and Language Therapist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Locality Lead Speech and Language Therapist | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Employer:

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Cheetham Hill, M8 9JS

Pay:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

23/04/2026

About this job

The post is an integral part of the North Community Learning Disability Team but also has citywide responsibilities shared with the other Speech and Language Locality.

• To work as part of a multidisciplinary health and social care Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) to provide a high quality specialist speech and language therapy service to adults with significant learning disabilities
• To carry a caseload as a member of a multi‑disciplinary team
• To act as an autonomous practitioner with specialist knowledge, skills and experience, to assess, diagnose and manage clients’ communication and dysphagia needs within your specialist team
• To work as part of a citywide speech and language therapy service to benefit clients
• To provide highly specialist advice, education and training to increase the capacity and capability of others to work with people with a learning disability
• Work will be undertaken in a variety of settings depending on the needs of the clients and carers

The client base will be socially, culturally and linguistically diverse.

• To develop Speech and Language Therapy provision within the service with support from Professional Lead Speech and Language Therapist
• To undertake supervision and leadership of junior staff and students as required
• To offer clinical support to other SLTs in more than one of the sub‑specialisms within the field of ALD
• To act as the speech and language therapy lead for the locality
• To deputise for the Professional Lead Speech and Language Therapist and Health Manager as necessary

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year.

As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working

• Empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients

You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive.

We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve.

All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.

As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application. Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations.

While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role‑specific questions—is written by you.

This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive.

We look forward to receiving your application.

This advert closes on Sunday 24 May 2026

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