As an experienced and autonomous practitioner, the post holder will provide a highly specialist adult Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) service for acute and community clients across the districts of Harrogate & Rural and Hambleton & Richmondshire, focusing on complex swallowing needs. The role includes offering consultative specialist advice, training, and support for SLTs in dysphagia, as well as overseeing and evaluating instrumental services including videofluoroscopy and Fibre-optic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
This post is part of the triumvirate team (Adult SLT Principal, SLT Harrogate Team Lead, and Service Manager) responsible for leading and managing the adult SLT service within the Planned, Surgical & Children's Care directorate. The team is accountable for quality, performance, and financial delivery of their services.
The post holder will demonstrate and champion the core values of Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust: Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, and Equality. Responsibilities include:
* Supporting service development to ensure safety, effectiveness, and efficiency.
* Being accountable for operational standards and financial budgets.
* Developing capacity and business planning models.
* Fostering a positive service culture.
* Improving quality and safety, proactively promoting the Harrogate Quality Improvement Model.
* Managing risks within services through appropriate assessments and mitigation strategies.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust cares for populations in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Leeds, and parts of the North East. We provide outstanding care and value kindness, integrity, teamwork, and equality.
We offer staff:
* A supportive culture that encourages authenticity.
* Recognition through awards and regular appraisals.
* Support and wellbeing benefits, including Employee Assistance Programmes, counselling, and physiotherapy services.
Please note:
* Posts may close early if sufficient applications are received.
* Visa sponsorship is role-specific; check eligibility before applying.
* No relocation packages are available for Agenda for Change roles.
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