Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
The closing date is 05 January 2026
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our Community Neurology Team based at Harrogate District Hospital. This post is advertised as 0.4wte (15 hours) but there may be potential for additional hours.
The Community SLT team at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist care for communication and swallowing patients in their own homes, care home settings and in outpatient clinics across Harrogate and the Hambleton & Richmondshire regions.
We pride ourselves on being an innovative and encouraging team with a strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development and service development at every level. Supported by a team of Band 8, Band 7, Band 6's, SLT Assistants and the wider MDT, the post holder will have the opportunity to demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills working across a community neurology adult caseload.
You will also gain exposure and access to our weekly instrumental assessment services, including Videofluoroscopy and FEES. We are a forward thinking and innovative team with a strong focus on well-being in the work place.
Main duties of the job
- Assessment and treatment of adult patients with communication and swallowing needs in the community (including domiciliary visits)
- Working closely within MDTs and with the wider SLT team
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The post will enable you to continue to develop your specialist skills within a supportive team structure, with regular supervision
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Providing support, supervision and training of junior SLTs and/or SLT assistants as required
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Details
Date posted
22 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours
Reference number
421-PSC-3534C
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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