Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist; Rehabilitationist

Overview

31.03.26 Shortlisting to take place after closing date; commencing 01.04. Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting; commencing 13.04.2026 (May Change).

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic Qualified Speech and Language Therapist or Teacher of the Deaf to join our regional Cochlear Implant Service which is based at the purpose built Listening for Life Centre.

Closing Date:
31.03.26
. Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 01.04. Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 13.04.2026 (May Change).

The role will encompass working as part of the MDT in the assessment and management of children being assessed and post Cochlear Implantation. The post holder will be responsible for providing assessment of communication and linguistic skills of babies and children with severe/profound hearing loss both pre and post cochlear implantation. The post will also involve therapy intervention for these patients.

The post would be suitable for someone with at least 2 years post qualification clinical experience. Support and training will be provided to gain experience and knowledge in the areas of childhood hearing impairment and cochlea implants.

The post holder will participate in the YAIS CI multi-disciplinary team and will be responsible for providing assessment of communication and linguistic skills of babies and children with severe/profound hearing loss both pre and post cochlear implantation. The post will also involve therapy intervention for these patients. It is a specialist role working within national and locally established policies, quality standards and codes of practice, both independently and as part of a team.

Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:

• We value people
• We are one team
• We care

We re keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Date posted 04 March 2026

Pay scheme Agenda for Change

Band Band 6

Salary £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract Permanent

Working pattern Full-time, Part-time

Reference number 389-

Job locations Bradford Royal Infirmary, Bradford, BD9 6RJ

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description for a detailed list of the primary duties and areas of responsibility of the post.

Essential

• Experience of working as a Qualified Speech & Language Therapist/TOD
• Experience of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience as a TOD or SLT working with hearing impaired paediatric clients
• Cochlear implant experience
• Experience of working with deaf/hearing impaired children from a range of backgrounds, who may have complex needs additional to their deafness
• Experience of research and/or service development
• Experience in the teaching/training of others

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent IT and presentation skills including Power Point
• Excellent organisational skills, including management and prioritisation of own workload
• Able to work as part of a team, and confidently with staff at all levels

Knowledge

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Evidence of ongoing training/CPD

Desirable

• Up to date knowledge relating to cochlear implantation

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy with Certificate to Practice recognised by the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists OR a degree with a Diploma in Education and Certificate in the Education of the Deaf
• HCPC Registration OR Registration with the British Association of Teachers of the Deaf

Other

• Ability to travel between sites and attend home visits. A driving licence is preferred but reasonable adjustments will be made.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address Bradford Royal Infirmary, Bradford, BD9 6RJ

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