Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

at  East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Job Overview
Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) eager to specialise in managing swallowing difficulties and developing your leadership skills in a community setting? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic East Sussex SLT service. This position is available as a Band 6/Band 6 Development post.
Why Join Us?
Protected CPD Time : Enjoy dedicated time for CPD with monthly clinical forums, regular supervision, and access to external training and CENs.
Innovative Learning : Participate in initiatives in rehabilitation utilising cutting-edge tools like IOPI, Ampcare and EMST
Integrated Service : Become part of a county-wide SLT service, offering opportunities to work across both acute and community settings.
Collaborative Team : Be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality patient care and professional growth.
Exciting New Opportunity: Spearheading Mental Health Integration
This role also offers a unique and exciting opportunity to lead the development of a new service area focused on supporting clients with SLT needs and mental health challenges. You will collaborate with external mental health services to develop a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to care. As a key contributor, you will have the opportunity to conduct audits, evaluate service effectiveness, and shape the future of this innovative service, making a meaningful impact on both client outcomes and the wider healthcare landscape.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist who has completed their NQP competencies (ideally with post-basic dysphagia training) and is looking for their next step. This role will allow you to:
Work alongside highly specialist SLTs and assistants in community services, including rehabilitation, voice, head & neck cancer, stroke, critical care, and neurological degenerative conditions.
Gain experience in MDT working and rehabilitation across various clinical settings.
Contribute to service improvement and innovative research projects, with time set aside in your job plan for development and collaboration.
Engage in student education through our partnerships with higher education institutions, including pioneering virtual clinics using 360° cameras.
Career Growth : We offer a comprehensive in-service education program, supported by close links with the University of Brighton and other academic institutions.
Relocation Support : A relocation package is available for successful candidates—details can be discussed during the interview.
Progressive Environment : We actively promote staff development through postgraduate courses, CENs, and in-house clinical forums.
If this interests you, East Sussex may have just the opportunity you are looking for. See what some of our recent Band 5’s say about working in ESHT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bFEbUUIyZk&feature=youtu.be
Speech and Language Therapy Services | Why come and work in ESHT? - YouTube
With the developments in East Sussex Integrated Care System delivering transformation plans to meet local needs, it is an exciting time to be part of a large county wide service setting the direction and vision for future SLT services.
Join our award-winning team and take the next step in your SLT career in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment.
Have you completed your NQPs & are starting to look for a new post to give you the opportunity to develop your skills & specialise in managing people with swallowing and communication difficulties in the community setting?
There is potential to gain some experience in the acute setting if desirable.
Would you like protected time for your CPD with monthly clinical forums, regular clinical supervision & support to attend relevant CENs & external training opportunities?
Would you like to be part of a county wide acute & community SLT service managed & professionally lead by a practising SLT? East Sussex Speech & Language Therapy service is an integrated community & acute trust

Please refer the Job description for details