Speech and Language Therapist - Neurorehabilitation
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford, OX37HEView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 November 2026
12 days leftJob description
Dear prospective candidate,We are excited to offer a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist post (full-time) within our specialist neurorehabilitation t...
The post holder will be a Speech & Language Therapist working in the Neurorehabilitation SLT Specialty workstream based at the Oxford Centre for Enablement (OCE) in Oxford. Their primary focus is to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care for patients with acquired brain injury and long-term neuro-disabilities covering both inpatient and outpatient services. They will be a collaborative member of the SLT team and wider neurorehabilitation MDT.
The post holder will contribute to service developments and innovation. They will contribute to the development of their peers, colleagues and students within the SLT department and wider multidisciplinary team, and in return can be expected to be supported in their own professional and personal development.
- Use specialist clinical skills to identify, assess, diagnose and manage a specified caseload of adults with acquired swallowing and communication disorders across an acute medical caseload. They will work as part of the Speech and Language Therapy team and be supported by the Clinical Lead and Specialist Speech and Language Therapists. They will select the appropriate intervention for effective, evidence-based therapy.
- To develop clinical skills and professional knowledge through experience, training and supervision.
- Make independent decisions about caseload management.
- Contribute to audit and service development projects in this clinical area.
- To take part in the supervision of students on placement within the Trust, with support.
- To take part in supervision and support of SLT assistants and volunteers when required.
- To take part in the development and delivery of training to others.
- Provide necessary cover for the caseloads of other Speech and Language Therapists within the Trust during periods of annual / sick leave.
- To take an active part in the extended hours, seven-day and weekend working as required by individual teams to maximise the access and delivery of rehabilitation.Please refer to the full job description and person specification
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most respected NHS teaching trusts, providing world-class healthcare across four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and Horton General Hospital and over one hundred satellite sites. Find out more information here OUH at a Glance 2026/27
You'll become part of an organisation at the forefront of patient care, research, education and innovation. You'll have access to excellent learning and development opportunities, work alongside highly skilled multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to services that make a real difference.
Our commitment to Delivering Compassionate Excellence is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence, we strive to create an environment where staff feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel and the OneTeamOneOUH - LIVING OUR VALUES video.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and safe workplace for everyone. As signatories to the NHS Sexual Safety Charter, we have a zero-tolerance approach to inappropriate behaviour and are dedicated to fostering a culture where all colleagues feel welcomed, respected and able to be themselves. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles.
Shortlisting criteria
Essential
- Recognised SLT degree or equivalent and HCPC registration
- Awareness of scope of practice and good reflection skills
- Experience relevant to caseload through prior employment or university placements
Desirable: - Post-graduate training / courses relevant to caseload
How to apply
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First seen
19 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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