Job summary
Newly qualified and looking for your first job? Working in your first job but looking for a fresh challenge? We are seeking someone who is proactive and flexible to join our forward-thinking and dynamic stroke service based at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Trust.
You will join an established cohort of B5s and our preceptorship program. We will offer a comprehensive induction with an emphasis on your practice development as a newly qualified or developing SLT. The team offers support for continuous professional development with in-service training and journal clubs. We have access to on site videofluroscopy and FEES and are actively involved in research for example PLORAS and PhEAST.
We will provide you with training and pastoral support and offer an outstanding learning and development package with a broad range of development opportunities. I'm sure you will find something to suit you! Please see our recruitment videos for therapies https://youtu.be/GhVNSbkYkX8and strokeStroke Recruitment MTW
Main duties of the job
This post is a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) in the Stroke service based primarily at Maidstone hospital, which currently includes hyper-acute, acute stroke, inpatient rehabilitation and an early-supported discharge service in clients' own homes.
To autonomously asses, diagnose and manage adult clients admitted to the Trust with communication disorders.
To work collaboratively with senior members of the team in managing patients with swallowing disorders, to obtain Dysphagia competencies.
To advise and support relatives, carers and medical staff in the care of these patients
Where appropriate, to transfer\hand over information about these patients to residential\care homes and\or Community SLT services in a timely manner, to ensure a seamless service and to help prevent unnecessary readmissions.
To update and organise the online inpatient caseload documents daily so that there is appropriate and effective handover and prioritisation of patients at all times
To be part of the MDT providing a 7 day, extended hours flexible service as required
To attend and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, goal setting meetings, and other ward meetings as necessary.
- To participate in providing cover across the other parts of the SLT service (and sites) where appropriate
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
- At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions before submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions before submission.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).
All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable organisational and reflection skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage your own time effectively
- Demonstrable auditory and perceptual skills in clinical analysis
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Sound knowledge and experience of formal SLT assessments used with adults in an acute setting
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice, especially in the areas of dysphagia, aphasia, dysarthria and dyspraxia
- Understanding of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of working with adults in the acute setting
- Experience of working with stroke survivors
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or post graduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
- Evidence of ongoing CPD/ reflective practice
Desirable
- RCSLT Dysphagia competencies Level A
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable organisational and reflection skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage your own time effectively
- Demonstrable auditory and perceptual skills in clinical analysis
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Sound knowledge and experience of formal SLT assessments used with adults in an acute setting
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice, especially in the areas of dysphagia, aphasia, dysarthria and dyspraxia
- Understanding of the principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of working with adults in the acute setting
- Experience of working with stroke survivors
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or post graduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
- Evidence of ongoing CPD/ reflective practice
Desirable
- RCSLT Dysphagia competencies Level A
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
