Speech and Language Therapist Advanced Practitioner

Speech and Language Therapist Advanced Practitioner

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative, and dynamic Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly and dedicated team on the Stroke Rehabilitation Ward at Haywood Hospital.

At Haywood Hospital, part of MPFT, we provide specialist inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from complex strokes. Our patients often present with multiple needs – physical, social, cognitive, and psychological – and we work collaboratively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team (MDT) to ensure holistic, patient‑centred care.

Our goal is to maximise independence, support safe and effective discharges, and deliver an excellent standard of care across all pathways. Patient welfare is at the heart of everything we do.

Joining us means becoming part of a supportive and friendly team environment where your contribution is valued. You will have access to opportunities for professional development and service innovation, and you will be making a real difference in the lives of patients during their recovery journey.

Sneyd ward is a 20‑bed specialist stroke rehabilitation ward, with close links to the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) acute stroke unit. The team is made up of highly skilled MDT including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

As a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a key role in providing expert assessment and intervention for patients experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties following a stroke. You will work closely with the multi‑disciplinary team to develop and deliver personalised rehabilitation plans that meet individual patient needs. In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you will contribute to service development and drive innovation within stroke rehabilitation, ensuring we continue to deliver the highest standards of care.

Supporting and mentoring junior staff and students will also be an important part of your role, helping to build skills and confidence within the team.

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
• Masters level post‑qualification courses or equivalent training/experience in area of specialism.
• Post‑Graduate RCSLT accredited dysphagia course or equivalent.

• Masters qualification in a relevant area that will support the delivery of the service.
• Relevant training / education.

• Essential criteria
• • Ability to manage time and caseload effectively.
• • Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with the impact of communication / eating and drinking difficulties and the overall impact of Stroke.
• • Working in a multidisciplinary team.
• Desirable criteria
• • Significant experience of managing & implementing change.
• • Evidence of project work.

• Essential criteria
• • Evidence of expert/advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the post.
• • Highly advanced communication and listening skills.
• • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• • Audit skills.
• Desirable criteria
• • Ability to demonstrate leadership when introducing change.
• • Demonstrates a flexible approach to ensure patient care is delivered.
• • Proactive, takes own initiative.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents, eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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