Specialist Speech and Language Therapist; Head and Neck Cancer

Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist (Head and Neck Cancer)

The closing date is 08 March 2026.

• Provide a high standard Speech and Language Therapy service, assessing and advising on patients care & treatment, as an autonomous practitioner working with patients with dysphagia and/or communication difficulties as a result of head and neck cancer
• Independently manage a caseload of patients with head and neck cancer and complex needs relative to your clinical area using evidence‑based client centred principle
• Support the development of junior staff members through case discussions, supervision and training dependant on experience.
• Maintain clinical records in line with local / Trust documentation guidelines
• Work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to team discussions and influencing decisions about patient care programmes, attending Multi‑Disciplinary Meetings, ward rounds and family meetings where necessary.
• Contribute to maintenance and development of the SLT service.
• Participate in information management to ensure high quality data which is recorded, evaluated & reported in a timely manner.
• To undertake leadership and line management duties as required for the post.
• To work within National and Trust policies / guidelines; and HCPC and RCSLT standards and codes of conduct
• To have an in depth understanding of national and local standards and able to monitor own practice against these.
• To participate in bank holiday working and work flexible hours to meet the needs of the patients if required.

• Undertake complex assessment of patients with dysphagia and/or communication difficulties. Investigate & analyse skills & formulate individualised management & treatment plans and specialised programmes of care.
• Use expert clinical reasoning skills to interpret & analyse clinical & non‑clinical facts to form accurate diagnosis & prognosis on wide range of highly complex conditions to recommend the best course of intervention, evaluate outcomes, reassess & to develop comprehensive discharge plans.
• To carry out instrumental assessment of dysphagia, depending upon experience and competence.
• To treat and manage patients who have undergone surgical voice restoration and require management and change of their laryngectomy speaking valve depending on experience and competence
• Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment plans as required

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire ()

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the…