Job Description

Role Introduction

An opportunity has arisen for multiple positions as a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Speech and Swallowing Team in Leeds. Hours can be discussed and will be determined following interview.


The Speech and Swallowing team are set up to deliver an equitable and timely response to adults with communication and/or swallowing needs in their own homes, care homes and clinics. Our work is diverse and varied, working closely alongside a range of community professionals, including GPs, Community Matrons, Specialist Nurses, Specialist Neurology Services, Dietitians, care homes and home care providers. Excellent professional links exist with Speech and Language Therapy colleagues within Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, and with the Leeds Beckett University SLT department, ensuring multiple opportunities for clinical and professional development. Leeds Community Healthcare has a commitment to continuing professional development, structured through clinical supervision, appraisal and personal development planning. We are proud to be known as an open and supportive team within a strong values- based Trust ethos.


We are looking for a versatile, innovative individual with experience in adult speech and language therapy, preferably in a community setting. The successful candidate will have fully completed post graduate competencies in dysphagia, enabling independent management. You will have supervising and mentoring experience as the post will include providing support to band 5 Speech and Language Therapists within the team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills with a proven ability to form networks with both health and social care teams. You will be able to deliver compassionate, patient focused care with a strong reference to the clinical evidence base. The successful candidate will be eager to develop their knowledge in specific clinical areas to improve practice and to strengthen the team's response to need.


Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.


For further details / informal visits contact: Helen Knight, clinical head of service on h.knight@nhs.net or 0113 843 3126


Please review the and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.


Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust:

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.


We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job:

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work:

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.