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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

The closing date is 25 November 2025

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Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with well established experience working with a community caseload of patients (including neurology, ENT and voice) to join our friendly and supportive Adult Speech and Language Therapy team. This role is based in the Northallerton Community SLT Team (based at Friarage Hospital) and will involve domiciliary and care home visits, as well as outpatient clinics and telehealth.

The Northallerton Adult SLT Community Team work in collaboration with the Harrogate District Hospital Adult SLT Team. 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, Band 5's, SLT Assistants and the wider MDT, the post holder will have the opportunity to demonstrate specialist knowledge and skills. You will also gain exposure and access to our instrumental assessment services, including Videofluoroscopy and FEES.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide a comprehensive clinical service for community patients with communications and swallowing disorders within the Hambleton and District area.

The successful candidate will have knowledge, skills and experience of working with both dysphagia, communication and voice patients across a variety of settings.

To work as part of inpatient and community multidisciplinary teams to maximize the rehabilitation potential of patients. To deliver education and training to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals.

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

11 November 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

Reference number

421-PSC-3454A

Job locations

Friarage Hospital

Northallerton

DL6 1JG


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this position please see the Job Description & Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Helen Rant on helen.rant2@nhs.net.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this position please see the Job Description & Personal Specification attached. If you have any questions, please contact Helen Rant on helen.rant2@nhs.net.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Registration as a Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC
  • At least 2 years' experience of working as a Speech and Language Therapist incorporating Adults with Acquired Disorders
  • Independent management of dysphagia
  • Experience of working within a variety of settings e.g. Hospital and Community Care settings

Desirable

  • Member of RCSLT
  • Videofluoroscopy Training
  • Experience in Progressive Neurological Conditions
  • Experience of designing resources and delivering training
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Registration as a Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC
  • At least 2 years' experience of working as a Speech and Language Therapist incorporating Adults with Acquired Disorders
  • Independent management of dysphagia
  • Experience of working within a variety of settings e.g. Hospital and Community Care settings

Desirable

  • Member of RCSLT
  • Videofluoroscopy Training
  • Experience in Progressive Neurological Conditions
  • Experience of designing resources and delivering training

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Friarage Hospital

Northallerton

DL6 1JG


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Friarage Hospital

Northallerton

DL6 1JG


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Adult SLT

Helen Rant

helen.rant2@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

11 November 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

Reference number

421-PSC-3454A

Job locations

Friarage Hospital

Northallerton

DL6 1JG


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