Acute Oncology Advanced Speech & Language Therapist
Main area: Clinical Support Grade Band 7 Contract: Permanent Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week Job ref: 188-CL280125 Site: University Hospital Southampton Town: Southampton Salary: £46,148.00- £52,809.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Closing: 31/01/2025 23:59 Interview date: 24/02/2025 University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Main duties of the job
We are advertising this exciting and rewarding role in Acute General Oncology. This post is ideal for a patient-centred and empathetic SLT who is passionate about working in this specialist area alongside skilled colleagues from a range of professions. Appointment at a lower band for less experienced candidates may be feasible; potential applicants in this situation are encouraged to get in touch to discuss the post prior to submitting an application. Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: If you are the successful candidate, you will: Work as part of the Acute SLT team, primarily leading on the general oncology wards including the admissions areas. Provide regular communication and swallowing assessment and therapy to patients with complex needs. Continually represent the SLT service within general oncology. Be innovative in your approach to patient care and service delivery, whilst being part of MDT service initiatives. Support patients to have instrumental assessment of their swallowing. Offer training, supervision and support to less experienced SLTs and other staff. Support the SLT team in leading or taking on non-clinical tasks e.g. student coordination, clinical effectiveness, catering link role. What experience/skills are needed
If you are: Experienced in working with patients with complex communication and swallowing difficulties as a result of a range of different cancer diagnoses, Skilled in using (or keen to develop) instrumental assessments e.g. FEES and/or VF, Experienced in supervising and educating others, Experienced in representing SLT in an MDT setting, and effectively advocating for patients’ needs, Experienced in working in an acute hospital, and Experienced in planning, delivering and evaluating clinical audits, service evaluations and/or research, we would love to hear from you. Person specification
Trust Values
Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC (Health and Care professions Council) registered speech and language therapist Evidence of commitment to relevant ongoing CPD and development in relevant areas Evidence of relevant speech and language therapy knowledge and expertise with recent experience demonstrating this Evidence of post-graduate training in relevant speciality Experience of supervising staff Experience and involvement with training Ability to communicate complex information fluently, confidently and effectively to a diverse range of people Ability to demonstrate a practical and sensitive approach and flexibility in working style when applying clinical judgement to complex clinical issues Ability to create rapport and professionally manage relationships with colleagues, patients and carers Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and relevant specialist groups Experience of leading or co-ordinating audit or research work Clinical supervisory skills training Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances. Our commitment to equality
Equality remains at the centre of our policymaking, service delivery, and employment practice, giving all employees equal opportunity to develop, apply for promotions, and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance. UHS actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens.
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Main area: Clinical Support Grade Band 7 Contract: Permanent Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week Job ref: 188-CL280125 Site: University Hospital Southampton Town: Southampton Salary: £46,148.00- £52,809.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Closing: 31/01/2025 23:59 Interview date: 24/02/2025 University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Main duties of the job
We are advertising this exciting and rewarding role in Acute General Oncology. This post is ideal for a patient-centred and empathetic SLT who is passionate about working in this specialist area alongside skilled colleagues from a range of professions. Appointment at a lower band for less experienced candidates may be feasible; potential applicants in this situation are encouraged to get in touch to discuss the post prior to submitting an application. Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: If you are the successful candidate, you will: Work as part of the Acute SLT team, primarily leading on the general oncology wards including the admissions areas. Provide regular communication and swallowing assessment and therapy to patients with complex needs. Continually represent the SLT service within general oncology. Be innovative in your approach to patient care and service delivery, whilst being part of MDT service initiatives. Support patients to have instrumental assessment of their swallowing. Offer training, supervision and support to less experienced SLTs and other staff. Support the SLT team in leading or taking on non-clinical tasks e.g. student coordination, clinical effectiveness, catering link role. What experience/skills are needed
If you are: Experienced in working with patients with complex communication and swallowing difficulties as a result of a range of different cancer diagnoses, Skilled in using (or keen to develop) instrumental assessments e.g. FEES and/or VF, Experienced in supervising and educating others, Experienced in representing SLT in an MDT setting, and effectively advocating for patients’ needs, Experienced in working in an acute hospital, and Experienced in planning, delivering and evaluating clinical audits, service evaluations and/or research, we would love to hear from you. Person specification
Trust Values
Always Improving Working Together Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC (Health and Care professions Council) registered speech and language therapist Evidence of commitment to relevant ongoing CPD and development in relevant areas Evidence of relevant speech and language therapy knowledge and expertise with recent experience demonstrating this Evidence of post-graduate training in relevant speciality Experience of supervising staff Experience and involvement with training Ability to communicate complex information fluently, confidently and effectively to a diverse range of people Ability to demonstrate a practical and sensitive approach and flexibility in working style when applying clinical judgement to complex clinical issues Ability to create rapport and professionally manage relationships with colleagues, patients and carers Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and relevant specialist groups Experience of leading or co-ordinating audit or research work Clinical supervisory skills training Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances. Our commitment to equality
Equality remains at the centre of our policymaking, service delivery, and employment practice, giving all employees equal opportunity to develop, apply for promotions, and have working arrangements that enable them to achieve a manageable work-life balance. UHS actively promotes a work environment free from harassment and discrimination and provides training for managers and staff to ensure this happens.
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