Job overview

We are looking for a skilled enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, to join our supportive and progressive team of 14 speech and language therapists (SLTs) and 1 assistant, based at East Surrey Hospital. This acute hospital and the SLT service, is growing rapidly with a busy, mixed caseloads and specialities including stroke, critical care, and voice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to demonstrate experience and advanced knowledge in the general medical and surgical wards.

This role will include active participation in the well-established, SLT-Led videofluoroscopy clinic as well as access to the inpatient FEES service. You will be supported to develop competencies in both of these areas. 

The successful applicant will be supported by highly specialist practitioners in the team, and have access to a robust CPD and clinical supervision programme.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate an ability to work under pressure, whilst being flexible to the needs of the service. They will be required to work as an autonomous practitioner, as well as being integral team member of the multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to support individuals and their families.

For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Working for our organisation

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.