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Salary for this role£32,073 – £39,043 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)
This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.
Closest occupation match: SOC 2223, Speech and language therapists. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
Individual eligibility depends on personal circumstances. These figures are public reference information, not advice or a verdict on this job.
Role description
Job summary
Working with our community team, you'll help adults manage communication and swallowing needs, improving choice, independence and wellbeing. You'll deliver evidence-based care for a specialist caseload. You'll work closely with patients, families, colleagues and partner organisations. A supported development pathway may be available for applicants who meet the entry-level requirements
Main duties of the job
What you'll do:
Assess communication and swallowing needs, then agree person-centred care plans
Manage and prioritise a specialist caseload, including triaging referrals
Provide advice, training and support to patients, families and professionals
Maintain clear clinical records and use information securely
Support junior colleagues, students, audits and service improvement
What we're looking for:
A recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification, with current professional registration and membership
Knowledge of communication disorders and relevant assessment and treatment approaches
Clear communication, sound clinical judgement and effective workload management
Experience of working with patients and across professional teams
A commitment to learning, reflective practice and high-quality, compassionate care
About us
At CHCP, we're passionate about people, we recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.
Compassion is at the heart of our business; our colleagues work together to deliver first class healthcareto thousands of people. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.
CHCP CIC employees have access to an excellent range of benefits; for further information, please click on the 'CHCP Perks and Rewards' link.
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
pa/pr
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
810-8345532
Job locations
Highlands Health Centre
Lothian Way
Hull
HU7 5DD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for more information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Degree/ Postgraduate qualification leading to licence to practice
Current RCSLT membership
Current HCPC registration
Desirable
Completion of RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner competencies.
Post graduate Dysphagia qualification and/ or evidence of competence at the specialist / proficient level on the RCSLT Dysphagia competencies
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge of a wide range of communication disorders
Knowledge of basic IT skills
Can demonstrate theoretical knowledge to support job role
Able to identify own learning needs and engage in self study
Knowledge of dysphagia
Knowledge of a range of assessment materials for communication disorders
Knowledge of NHS initiatives
Knowledge of confidentiality/ Caldicott/Data Protection legislation
Knowledge of RCSLT guidelines
Desirable
Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation and guidance relevant to clinical and service area
Specialist understanding of relevant clinical practice, standards and protocols within identified clinical area.
Evidence of undertaking audits/surveys
Experience
Essential
Experience of working within SLT services with a wide range of clients in undergraduate training and evidence of post graduate working as a registered SLT working towards RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner Competencies
Experience of caseload management strategies
Experience of liaison withing the multi-disciplinary / multi - agency team
Experience in dealing successfully with difficult situations
Training/ experience in presentation skills
Experience of report writing
Experience of using a range of assessment and intervention strategies
Desirable
Evidence of sound post-registration professional practice
Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area at a specialist level of care
Experience of effective multi-agency/professional working
Experience of case load management within specialist service area
Evidence of promoting/supporting active patient/relative involvement/participation
Experience in being a practice educator for students
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.
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.