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Speech and Language Therapist
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2412943
Job summary
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We are pleased to advertise this fixed-term contract. Covering maternity leave in the adult Speech & Language Therapy service, at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. The post is based on our acute stroke unit and includes involvement in Videofluoroscopy clinic and management of rehabilitation patients with a tracheostomy.
Due to the fixed-term nature of the role, we are seeking an autonomous practitioner, who is capable of providing highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy services. With the expectation they will be required to provide assistance to the acute caseload, should caseload demand require it.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to manage a complex caseload independently, providing second opinions and advice for junior staff when required. They will need to be an autonomous practitioner with regard to videofluoroscopy and tracheostomy management.
They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to contribute to collaborative working with patients, carers, and colleagues, the voluntary sector and Social Services in regards to the planning and delivery of care.
The post holder will participate in team meetings, working parties and contribute to departmental / team audits. They will be required to deliver training within the hospital setting to other professionals, patients and carers. They will contribute to training and support of junior staff members.
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Details
Date posted
08 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum incl. HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
289-CS-06
Job locations
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide highly specialist SLT input to the acute stroke unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
To analyse complex medical information, identify differential diagnosis and implement appropriate SLT assessment and treatment / management for patients with a range of swallowing and communication disorders, including care of patients with a tracheostomy.
To ensure patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care, as appropriate
To participate in multidisciplinary tracheostomy management, as appropriate
To participate in, and/ or lead videofluoroscopy clinic, as appropriate. This includes reviewing referrals for suitability, timely completion of reports and ensuring that clinical practice adheres to standards set by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide highly specialist SLT input to the acute stroke unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
To analyse complex medical information, identify differential diagnosis and implement appropriate SLT assessment and treatment / management for patients with a range of swallowing and communication disorders, including care of patients with a tracheostomy.
To ensure patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care, as appropriate
To participate in multidisciplinary tracheostomy management, as appropriate
To participate in, and/ or lead videofluoroscopy clinic, as appropriate. This includes reviewing referrals for suitability, timely completion of reports and ensuring that clinical practice adheres to standards set by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
Person Specification
Trust values
Essential
- Putting patients first & Responsive to patients and staff
- Open and honest & Unfailingly kind
- Determined to Develop
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
- Current HCPC registration
- Current RCSLT registration
- Extensive postgraduate experience relevant to the post
Desirable
- Member of clinical interest group and / or network, relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience providing complex specialist dysphagia assessment and management
- Level 3 Videofluoroscopy competencies / relevant overseas training or framework
- RCSLT Tracheostomy competencies / overseas competency training or framework
- Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team
- Experience with service development and audit
- Experience providing teaching and training for members of the MDT, patients, families etc.
- Experience using evidence based practice and outcome measures
- Experience providing complex specialist communication assessment and management
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex swallowing disorders within an adult population
- Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex communication disorders within an adult population
- Understanding of NHS policies relevant to SLT and the value of clinical governance
- Ability to take responsibility for own clinical work from referral through to discharge
- Ability to work on autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to identify and assess risk accordingly
- Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive clinical setting.
- Ability to demonstrate an evidence based approach to clinical practice
- Ability to communicate effectively with adults of all ages and abilities
- Ability to cope with stressful working situations, including challenging behaviour
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent written and oral, reporting and presentation skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Awareness of and maintenance of, personal and professional boundaries
- Ability to maintain concentration for prolonged periods of time
Person Specification
Trust values
Essential
- Putting patients first & Responsive to patients and staff
- Open and honest & Unfailingly kind
- Determined to Develop
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist
- Current HCPC registration
- Current RCSLT registration
- Extensive postgraduate experience relevant to the post
Desirable
- Member of clinical interest group and / or network, relevant to the post
Experience
Essential
- Experience providing complex specialist dysphagia assessment and management
- Level 3 Videofluoroscopy competencies / relevant overseas training or framework
- RCSLT Tracheostomy competencies / overseas competency training or framework
- Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team
- Experience with service development and audit
- Experience providing teaching and training for members of the MDT, patients, families etc.
- Experience using evidence based practice and outcome measures
- Experience providing complex specialist communication assessment and management
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex swallowing disorders within an adult population
- Highly specialist knowledge of SLT assessment and management for complex communication disorders within an adult population
- Understanding of NHS policies relevant to SLT and the value of clinical governance
- Ability to take responsibility for own clinical work from referral through to discharge
- Ability to work on autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to identify and assess risk accordingly
- Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive clinical setting.
- Ability to demonstrate an evidence based approach to clinical practice
- Ability to communicate effectively with adults of all ages and abilities
- Ability to cope with stressful working situations, including challenging behaviour
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent written and oral, reporting and presentation skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Awareness of and maintenance of, personal and professional boundaries
- Ability to maintain concentration for prolonged periods of time
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
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
United Kingdom