Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Assistant


Company:	Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£28,392 - £31,157 per annum, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Norwich, NR4 7UY
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	10 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

A Vacancy at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (Band 4) to join our Adult Speech and Language Therapy team here at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital on a fixed term basis until 31st March 2027.

As the post holder, you will:

• work under the supervision of qualified Speech and Language Therapists carrying out a variety of clinical and non-clinical duties to support the delivery of SLT intervention to patients across Acute and Head and Neck Cancer services.

• join a supportive and motivated team, who are enthusiastic, innovative and committed to evidence-based practice. Regular team meetings, support and supervision ensure a high quality of service is provided.

This is also an excellent opportunity for those considering a career in Speech and Language Therapy to gain experience and understanding of what the role involves.

Interview date: 30th July 2026

If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.

• To assist the SLT team on a daily basis in supporting adult clients with acquired communication and swallowing disorders under the guidance of qualified SLT colleagues

• To work independently with clients to carry out specified therapy activities and interventions set down by qualified SLT colleagues.

• To produce clinical materials, therapy resources, leaflets and communication charts/books under the direction of Speech & Language Therapy colleagues using a range of IT programmes

• To work closely not only with SLTs but also the wider Multidisciplinary Teams and other professionals, including joint working where appropriate.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours

• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site

• Discounted gym memberships

• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement

• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it

• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site

• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support

• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane

• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane

• Support in career development

• Flexible staff bank

• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Please view the attached job description for full details of the role, and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.

This advert closes on Wednesday 22 Jul 2026

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