Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Speech And Language Therapy (SALT)
- Gradd
- Band 7
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser
- Rhan-amser
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 263-SS26-033-JW
- Cyflogwr
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Carleton Clinic
- Tref
- Carlisle
- Cyflog
- £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 23/06/2026 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
Advanced Speech and Language Therapist
Band 7
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Network
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay
Trosolwg o'r swydd
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Speech and Language Therapist to join our service, providing input to inpatient wards across North Cumbria.
We can offer flexibility in contracted hours for this role, with options between 22.5 and 37.5 hours per week. The base for this post is Carleton Clinic, Carlisle.
This post forms part of the Speech and Language Therapy Inpatient Team, which supports both working-age adult and older people’s mental health wards across Cumbria, Northumberland, Newcastle, Gateshead, and Sunderland. The team works with individuals presenting with complex cognitive and functional mental health needs.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be confident in delivering high-quality, evidence-based assessments and interventions. They will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, alongside the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, service users, carers, and other professionals to provide integrated support for communication and dysphagia needs. This will include assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care and support local teams in providing effective and responsive therapy input.
The successful candidate will be confident in delivering high-quality, evidence-based assessments and interventions, and will have experience working with individuals with a range of complex communication needs and disabilities across a variety of settings and environments.
You will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A key aspect of the role will involve sharing specialist speech and language therapy knowledge and skills with colleagues and wider stakeholders.
You will work closely with the Clinical Lead and will provide clinical supervision, support, and leadership to other team members, as appropriate.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
The Speech and Language Therapy Service within Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is continuing to develop and grow to meet the needs of our patients and local communities.
You will become part of a large, dynamic team of Speech and Language Therapists working within well-established multidisciplinary teams, all committed to delivering high-quality care. We actively support professional development and offer opportunities for all team members to contribute to service development and innovation.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, talented, and compassionate workforce, enabling us to meet the demands of the modern NHS both now and in the future. In return, we offer a supportive and dynamic working environment in which to build and develop your career.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Regular support and supervision will be provided, and you will be expected to actively engage in supervision and continuing professional development processes. A comprehensive induction programme will be offered, along with ongoing access to clinical supervision, appraisal, and development reviews. These will support you in building the specialist skills required to meet the holistic needs of the individuals in your care, and to contribute to the Trust’s commitment to high-quality service delivery.
Please see the separate job description, person specification and the service and role descriptor for more information.
Advertising date : 9th June 2026
Closing date : 23rd June 2026
We welcome your application.
Manyleb y person
Education and Qualification
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Recognised SALT degree or equivalent and registered with HCPC
- Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses/CPD to Masters level equivalence
- Post graduate level qualification relevant to area of specialism
Meini prawf dymunol
- Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- • Evidence of leadership development, such as attendance at a recognised leadership course
Knowledge and Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Undertaking Joint Development Reviews
- Commitment to Partnership working both multi-agency and multi-disciplinary.
- Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies.
- Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines.
- Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload in a flexible manner as required.
- Experience of providing clinical supervision and support to clinical staff.
Skills and Competencies
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management
- Evidence of effective organisational skills
- Expert clinical supervision skills
- Evidence of maintaining accurate and contemporaneous record keeping
Meini prawf dymunol
- Demonstrate change management skills
- Knowledge of RiO data systems and IT skills
- Experience of conducting and evaluating clinical audit
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Amy Hird
- Teitl y swydd
- SALT Lead for Inpatient Services
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 07773 255922
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Applicants are encouraged to contact the team prior to interview to find out more about the opportunities available.
Amy Hird, SALT Lead for inpatient services at [email protected] or on 07773 255922
Fiona Johnstone, Professional Lead and Manager for Speech and Language Therapy at [email protected] or on 07976 791399 or 0191 210 6868
Rhestr swyddi gyda Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust yn Proffesiynau Perthynol i Iechyd neu bob sector