Specialist Speech and Language Therapist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Whiston, L35 3SX
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Sept 2026

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Summary

The post holder will: Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with neurological, physical and mental health conditions, including Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease and Dementia. Independently manage and prioritise a complex caseload across Knowsley and St Helens, ensuring timely and effective intervention in accordance with clinical need and service priorities. Assess and manage dysphagia, including the development and implementation of evidence-based eating and drinking recommendations to minimise clinical risk and promote patient safety. Deliver care across a range of community settings including outpatient clinics, care homes, patients' own homes and adult mental health wards. Develop, implement and review person-centred treatment plans, ensuring interventions are outcome-focused and evidence-based. Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards. Provide specialist advice and support to patients, families, carers, multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations. Contribute to the management and prioritisation of referrals and waiting lists to ensure equitable access to the service. Support the assessment, provision and implementation of alternative and augmentative communication strategies where appropriate. Deliver education, training and support to healthcare professionals, care staff and carers regarding communication and dysphagia management. Supervise, support and delegate work to Speech and Language Therapy assistants as appropriate. Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal and continuing professional development activities. Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement projects and implementation of best practice. Actively promote collaborative team working and contribute positively to the ongoing development of the Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist clinical skills while making a real difference to adults with communication and swallowing difficulties living across Knowsley and St Helens.

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