Job summary
The interview date for this role is 18th March 2026.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join the team at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (BHNFT). This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Speech & Language Therapist to further develop their knowledge and skills in the management of patients with communication, swallowing, and/or voice difficulties, and head and neck cancer as part of our B6 rotation.
The SLT team at BHNFT cover acute inpatient wards including medical and surgical wards, Acute Stroke Unit, and ICU, as well as outpatient ENT and Head and Neck clinics. The position requires an individual that shows enthusiasm & proactive contribution to the teams expansion of SLT provision across BHNFT. As well as assisting in training other healthcare professionals in the hospital, BHNFT offer robust clinical supervision and support with further training opportunities.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication & interpersonal skills when working with patients and with the wider MDT consisting of Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists and Dietitians.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical expertise and advice on the assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with communication and/or swallowing difficulties (including tracheostomy) in the inpatient setting, and/or voice difficulties, head and neck cancer and adults with dysphagia of ENT origin in an outpatient setting.
To provide support, education and advice to more junior SLTs, nursing and AHP colleagues in relation to inpatients with communication and swallowing difficulties and to ensure adequate access to the service is maintained for this client group.
To follow and contribute to the development of departmental policies/guidelines and to participate in the development of innovations in service delivery, taking account of clinical governance.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
We reserve the right to close positions early
Details
Date posted
18 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C E
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for SeniorSpeech & Language Therapist Acute & OPD Service
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for SeniorSpeech & Language Therapist Acute & OPD Service
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Proven post graduate accredited (or equivalent) dysphagia training and experience
* Proven relevant continuous professional development
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
* Proven post graduate SLT experience providing assessment, diagnosis and management to adults with swallowing and communication disorders
* Proven awareness and experience of the requirement for excellence in clinical record keeping
* Experience in working autonomously and as part of an interdisciplinary team
* Experience in working in a Multidisciplinary team
Desirable
* Previous experience working on acute wards
* Previous experience working with adults who have had a stroke
* Previous experience coordinating the work of others
* Previous experience with head and neck cancer and voice patients
Skills and abilities
Essential
* Proven verbal and interpersonal skills which are able to adapt to the communication situation
* Ability to use initiative
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in speech and language pathology or therapy or equivalent
* Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist Certificate to Practice
* Registration with Health Professions Council
Desirable
* Current member of RCSLT
Values based questions
Essential
* Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
* Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Proven post graduate accredited (or equivalent) dysphagia training and experience
* Proven relevant continuous professional development
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
* Proven post graduate SLT experience providing assessment, diagnosis and management to adults with swallowing and communication disorders
* Proven awareness and experience of the requirement for excellence in clinical record keeping
* Experience in working autonomously and as part of an interdisciplinary team
* Experience in working in a Multidisciplinary team
Desirable
* Previous experience working on acute wards
* Previous experience working with adults who have had a stroke
* Previous experience coordinating the work of others
* Previous experience with head and neck cancer and voice patients
Skills and abilities
Essential
* Proven verbal and interpersonal skills which are able to adapt to the communication situation
* Ability to use initiative
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in speech and language pathology or therapy or equivalent
* Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist Certificate to Practice
* Registration with Health Professions Council
Desirable
* Current member of RCSLT
Values based questions
Essential
* Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
* Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
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.
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.
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
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
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Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
Employer's website
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