Contract12 months (Fixed term contract from November 2025-November 2026)HoursPart time - 22.5 hours per week (Flexible working considered)Job ref343-7477576-FM-AG-DEmployerEpsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteGreen Wrythe Lane ClinicTownSuttonSalaryPro-rata pa inc HCAS (Outer London)Closing18/12/2025 23:59
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Job Overview
Are you passionate about supporting children and families to live healthier, happier lives? Do you enjoy working closely with parents and other healthcare professionals to make a real difference in your community? If so, wed love to hear from you!
For this 1-year fixed term post we are looking for a dedicated to join our small and friendly team
Childrens Community Highly Specialist SLT in Dysphagia
What Makes This Role Special
- Youll be part of a small and supportive team which includes another Highly Specialist SLT in Dysphagia
- Youll work closely with our Dieticians, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists
- The opportunity to work alongside the team and service leads to develop and promote the service.
- Training opportunities at , so you can keep your skills sharp.Epsom and St Helier
Main duties of the job
A typical week might include
Managing a specialist and highly complex clinical caseload as an autonomous practitioner.
Carrying out dysphagia assessments
Providing advice, support and training to families and professionals
Completing relevant paperwork including eating and drinking passports
Supporting SLT colleagues in the management and care of children with eating and drinking difficulties.
Working for our organisation
Why join us?
This role gives you the to manage your own caseload, backed up by the support of a close-knit team. Well support you with:
autonomy
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities through in service training and peer supervision.
- Clinical supervision through an external consultant SLT in dysphagia
- A collaborative, friendly MDT environment.
- NHS benefits, discounts and wellbeing support.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Were looking for someone who:
- Is HCPC and RCSLT registered with relevant postgraduate training in dysphagia
- Has experience in the assessment and management of complex eating and drinking difficulties.
- Additional experience of working with infants under 1year is highly desirable
- Brings excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.
- Is confident working independently but enjoys being part of a team.
- Shows a creative and flexible approach
- Has good IT and organisational skills
If youre excited about using your skills to improve the lives of children and families in Sutton, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today or if youd like to find out more, meet the team, or arrange an informal visit, please get in touch with Sian Owen , SLT Team Leader 020 8296 4140 .
Person specification
Qualifications And Training
Essential criteria
- Degree/Diploma in Speech and Language Therapy
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Desirable criteria
- Registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Attendance at relevant SIG
Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant experience at undergraduate/post graduate level
- Experience of working with children with complex dysphagia
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of working with infants under 1
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent written and oral presentation skills
- Good analytical, problem solving and reflection skills
- Good IT Skills: word, database, email, internet
Desirable criteria
- Working knowledge of NHS systems ee.g. EMIS
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job description and
person specification , as shortlisting will be based on these criteria.
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3 years employment and/or education history , including
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Application feedback If you do not hear from us within
four weeks of the closing date , please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Safeguarding and DBS Checks We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
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