Job summary Would you like to join a dynamic, energetic and supportive team? Due to staff promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 acute Speech and Language Therapist, at West Middlesex University Hospital. We are looking for someone with specialist clinical knowledge and skills, who is enthusiastic about service promotion and development. The adult service offers regular site specific and cross-site full department meetings. There is consistent access to formal and informal supervision, CPD, as well as, regular peer support and supervision. The role is based on the acute wards at West Middlesex University Hospital and provides excellent opportunities for on-going personal and professional development. We are looking for someone who has experience with Videofluoroscopy and / or tracheostomy, but full support for competencies and training will be provided where needed. We look forward to receiving your application and welcome candidates making contact, to enquire further about this role. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to manage a complex SLT caseload independently, providing second opinions and advice for junior staff when required. They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to work collaboratively with patients, carers, and colleagues, the voluntary sector and Social Services in regards to the planning and delivery of care. Provision of specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and management to adult inpatients, based on the acute wards at West Middlesex University Hospital. About us Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sitesChelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospitalalong with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. Details Date posted 08 December 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum incl. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 289-CS-230 Job locations West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road Isleworth TW7 6AF Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be expected to manage a complex SLT caseload independently, providing second opinions and advice for junior staff when required. They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to work collaboratively with patients, carers, and colleagues, the voluntary sector and Social Services in regards to the planning and delivery of care. Please view the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be expected to manage a complex SLT caseload independently, providing second opinions and advice for junior staff when required. They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will be expected to work collaboratively with patients, carers, and colleagues, the voluntary sector and Social Services in regards to the planning and delivery of care. Please view the attached job description. Person Specification Trust Values Essential Putting patients first Responsive to patients and staff Open and honest Unfailingly kind Determined to develop Education and qualifications Essential Qualified Speech and Language Therapist Current HCPC registration Current RCSLT registration Membership of Clinical Interest Group relevant to the post 2 years post graduate experience relevant to the post Experience Essential Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team Experience with service development and service evaluation Experience providing teaching and training for members of the MDT, patients, families etc. Experience using evidence based practice and outcome measures Experience providing complex specialist dysphagia assessment and management Experience providing complex specialist communication assessment and management Desirable Experience with Videofluoroscopy, with evidence of the relevant competencies Experience with tracheostomy weaning and management, with the relevant competencies Experience with FEES, with evidence of the relevant competencies Skills and knowledge Essential Understanding of NHS policies relevant to SLT and the value of clinical governance Ability to work on autonomously and as part of a team Specialist assessment and management knowledge for adults with complex dysphagia Specialist assessment and management knowledge for adults with complex communication and / or voice impairment Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive clinical setting Ability to identify and assess clinical risk accordingly Highly effective written and verbal communication Personal qualities Essential Awareness of professional and personal boundaries Able to maintain prolonged periods of concentration Ability to cope with stressful working situations, including aggressive patients / relatives Person Specification Trust Values Essential Putting patients first Responsive to patients and staff Open and honest Unfailingly kind Determined to develop Education and qualifications Essential Qualified Speech and Language Therapist Current HCPC registration Current RCSLT registration Membership of Clinical Interest Group relevant to the post 2 years post graduate experience relevant to the post Experience Essential Experience working within a Multidisciplinary Team Experience with service development and service evaluation Experience providing teaching and training for members of the MDT, patients, families etc. Experience using evidence based practice and outcome measures Experience providing complex specialist dysphagia assessment and management Experience providing complex specialist communication assessment and management Desirable Experience with Videofluoroscopy, with evidence of the relevant competencies Experience with tracheostomy weaning and management, with the relevant competencies Experience with FEES, with evidence of the relevant competencies Skills and knowledge Essential Understanding of NHS policies relevant to SLT and the value of clinical governance Ability to work on autonomously and as part of a team Specialist assessment and management knowledge for adults with complex dysphagia Specialist assessment and management knowledge for adults with complex communication and / or voice impairment Ability to communicate effectively in a highly emotive clinical setting Ability to identify and assess clinical risk accordingly Highly effective written and verbal communication Personal qualities Essential Awareness of professional and personal boundaries Able to maintain prolonged periods of concentration Ability to cope with stressful working situations, including aggressive patients / relatives 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 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road Isleworth TW7 6AF Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road Isleworth TW7 6AF Employer's website https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)