Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Acute)
Band 6
Main area Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 22.5 hours per week Job ref 236-CSS-P362-26-A
Site Salford Royal Hospital Town Salford Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59
Job overview
Are you ambitious and invested in developing your career as a specialist SLT?
We have a great opportunity to work part time with our Acute Speech and Language Therapy Team at Salford Royal Hospital. We offer flexible working options which would be ideal for someone looking for varied working patterns to balance home and work commitments across the working week.
The team have a large group of highly skilled clinicians available for support, as well as working alongside SLT teams across the NCA offering a wide range of access to specialist clinical knowledge.
We offer dedicated CPD time, peer supported learning, on the job coaching and clinical supervision from our team of experienced, highly specialist SLTs working within the hospital setting across a range of clinical specialities.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will provide clinical caseload management and provision of assessment and rehabilitation for patients with dysphagia and/or communication impairments across the acute medical and surgical wards.
- There is an emphasis on collaborative MDT working.
- The role will include access to, and training in FEES and Video fluoroscopy.
- There will be opportunities to be involved in service development and quality improvement projects. The acute SLT team have all recently received training in Quality Improvement methodology and now adopt this approach to service development.
- You should have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy and be registered with the HCPC.
- You will be required to contribute to the weekend rota delivering supporting the acute stroke wards.
Working for our organisation
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qulaifications
- Degree in Speech & Language Therapy or recognised equivalent qualification.
- Post-basic qualification/ specialist competencies in dysphagia (RCSLT Level C/Proficient))
- Evidence of successful completion of relevant short courses
- Clinical Educator training
- Training / Experience of videofluoroscopy
- Training / Experience of FEES
Professional Registration
- HCPC registration
- Member of RCSLT
Knowledge training and experience
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience of working with adults with acquired neurological conditions and their families/ support network
- Post qualification experience of working with a Neuro caseload
- Experience of assessing and managing complex communication disorders, including AAC.
- Experience of assessing and managing complex swallowing disorders
- Evidence based practitioner
- Experience working in the NHS
- Participation in research and audit
- Membership of relevant CENs/RCSLT hubs
The NCA is proud to serve a diverse population and is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible care. We value individuality and aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.
We also warmly welcome applications from serving and former members of the Armed Forces community and their families. Please indicate on your application form if you are a member of the Armed Forces community to be considered under our guaranteed interview scheme, subject to meeting the essential criteria for the role.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team at resourcingnca@nca.nhs.uk
Vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications are received or where an internal redeployee has been identified.
For fixed-term roles, current NHS staff will be considered for secondments, while fixed-term contracts will be offered to external (non-NHS) applicants.
If you are applying for an internal secondment opportunity, we strongly encourage you to discuss this with your line manager before submitting your application. Any secondment offer will be subject to management agreement and the needs of your substantive service. Where release cannot be supported, the secondment may unfortunately be unable to proceed.
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Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Rosie McAllion Job title Operational Lead Speech and Language Therapy Email address rosalind.mcallion@nca.nhs.uk Telephone number 07818 588847 Additional information
Sophie Wright
Acute SLT Lead
sophie.wright@nca.nhs.uk
0161 206 5450
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Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Acute) in Salford employer: Northern Care Alliance
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where compassion and teamwork are at the forefront of patient care. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. Located in a vibrant community, the Trust fosters a culture of respect and collaboration, making it a rewarding place to work for those dedicated to healthcare.
