Looking for speech and language therapist jobs in Middlesbrough? Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Band 7 Lead Speech and Language Therapist for its inpatient Mental Health Service for Older People.
Speech and Language Therapist Jobs in Middlesbrough: Overview
| Job Title | Lead Speech and Language Therapist |
| Employer | Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust |
| Location | Roseberry Park Hospital, Middlesbrough |
| Salary | £49,387–£56,515 per year |
| Job Type | Full-time, fixed term 12 months |
| Experience | Substantial clinical experience in specialist area |
| Visa Sponsorship | May be eligible under Skilled Worker route |
| Closing Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Vacancy Reference | 346-TSM-044-26-A |
About the Employer
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby. The trust works with patients, communities and partners to deliver recovery-focused care.
Job Responsibilities
- Assess and treat communication difficulties and dysphagia for older adult inpatients
- Carry an autonomous caseload and supervise and mentor SLT colleagues
- Support practice and learning of professionals within the wider MDT
- Contribute to the leadership team and service development in the specialty
- Link with clinical networks and pathway development
Requirements
- Essential: Pre-registration qualification in speech and language therapy recognised by HCPC
- Essential: Current HCPC registration
- Essential: Evidence of post-registration Masters level learning or equivalent experience
- Essential: Substantial clinical experience of complex SLT delivery in the specialist area
- Essential: Significant experience supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
- Desirable: Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and complex clinical risk assessment
Visa Sponsorship and International Applicants
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship is not confirmed in the available job information and can only be provided where applicants meet specific UKVI requirements including skill and salary thresholds. Applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside others. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Salary and Benefits
- Agenda for Change Band 7 salary of £49,387 to £56,515 per year
- Full-time fixed-term contract for 12 months
- Band 7 lead role
- NHS mental health service
- Closing date 12 November
- Sponsorship not confirmed
- Fixed-term contract
- Requires HCPC registration
How to Apply
Applications are submitted through the NHS Jobs platform. A CV and supporting information matching the person specification are required. Contact Sam Bradley, Professional Head of Speech and Language Therapy, for informal discussion.
Application Tips
- Highlight experience with older adults who have dementia, autism, mental health difficulties or complex needs
- Demonstrate leadership, service development and collaborative working in your examples
- Confirm your HCPC registration status and any Masters-level learning before applying
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