Senior Speech and Language Therapist

Job summary If you have an interest in Stroke and would like to support and enable stroke survivors to reach their full potential, both in their own homes and care settings then this is the job for you. We are looking for a speech and language therapist to work in our Stroke Early Supported Discharge Service. This job will allow you to broaden your knowledge base. Stroke survivors often feel isolated and vulnerable after they are discharged from hospital. Our team is there to allay these fears and support stroke survivors at this difficult time, whilst also providing them with therapy and nursing support should they need it. On a day to day basis you will deliver speech and language therapy alongside our other speech and language therapists for people with communication and swallowing disorders following a stroke who have been discharged from hospital into the care of the ESD service for South East Essex We offer a highly motivated and supportive team, regular supervision, excellent training and development opportunities and flexible working arrangements. This is a fixed term contract (or secondment) for a 6 month period to cover maternity leave. Due to this being a fixed term post, Visa sponsorship will not be considered. Access to a vehicle and UK driving licence is essential for this post. For further information or an informal discussion contact Ailsa Miller (Team Leader) on 07908 177962 or Kirsty Jenkins (Lead SLT) on 07583671281. Main duties of the job To work within the local Early Supported Discharge for Stroke (ESD) Team to provide a 7 day a week rehabilitation programme for up to six weeks following discharge from hospital into the community. This is likely to include some weekend working. To liaise closely with the Speech and Language Therapy team on the Stroke Unit at Southend Hospital to ensure a smooth handover from the hospital into ESD. To work with the Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service to ensure a smooth handover of those with longer term therapy needs at the end of their time with ESD. To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To use specialist skills in the management of patients with communication disorders and dysphagia following a stroke. To hold responsibility for own case load. To participate in clinical audit, protocol development, objective-setting etc as required by the SLT and ESD teams. To receive regular clinical and management supervision. Access to advice and support from a more senior SLT is available if required between supervision meetings. To undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and teams' clinical practice. ng stroke in the local area. About us Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you. Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential. Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks. If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling. We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication. Benefits 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service. Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay. Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits. £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus. Work that wraps around your needs Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts. Flexible working: available from day one for most roles. Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed. Details Date posted 07 September 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 364-B-285-B Job locations Rochford Hospital Union Lane Rochford, Essex SS4 1RB United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Delivering a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times. Ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS Constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust. The responsibilities and duties of the post can be divided into the following three areas Clinical Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work. Undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations and multiple pathologies; using acquired clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition and skills deficit. Formulate and deliver an individual speech and language therapy treatment plan based on a