University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
B7 Highly Specialist Speech/Language Therapist- (Specialist Surgery)
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B7 Highly Specialist Speech/Language Therapist- (Specialist Surgery)
Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist (Specialist Surgery & Lung Transplant)
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB)
Job Summary
Due to internal movement, we are seeking a Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join our Specialist Surgery & Lung Transplant team at QEHB for a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This role supports a wide range of patient cohorts with communication and/or swallowing disorders, including post-lung transplant dysphagia and multiple medical specialties such as transplants (heart, renal, liver), gastroenterology, cardiology, and thoracics.
Why This Role?
- Work within one of England’s largest acute SLT teams (over 40 members)
- An innovative, research-focused, and collaborative environment
- Access to LEAD dysphagia services (videofluoroscopy, FEES)
- Join a world-class NHS trust with strong teaching and clinical development opportunities
- Eligible for flexible and part-time arrangements
The Team Offers
- Full induction programme, supervision & peer support
- Research and career development opportunities
- Access to videofluoroscopy & FEES
- Modern facilities with excellent transport links
Main Responsibilities
You will provide highly specialist SLT input for the Specialist Surgery & Lung Transplant caseload, supporting a multidisciplinary team.
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Key Duties
- Assess and manage patients with communication, airway, and dysphagia-related disorders
- Lead FEES and videofluoroscopy assessments
- Contribute to audits, clinical research and patient outcome presentations
- Participate in service development initiatives
- Supervise junior colleagues and students in SLT practice
- Engage in clinical quality improvements
- Work flexibly in a fast-paced environment
About You
Essential Criteria
- A BSc or recognised MSc degree in Speech & Language Therapy
- RCSLT membership and HCPC registration
- Dysphagia competencies (RCSLT Level C/Level 5) or higher
- Considerable experience working independently in adult dysphagia (specialist level)
- Surface-level specialist surgery caseload experience
- Acute hospital environment experience
- Proven teamwork and multi-professional collaboration
- Evidence of post-graduate training (short courses or self-study)
- People management experience (team/colleague support)
- Capable of training SLT students and junior therapists
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Desirable
- Advanced instruments (FEES, videofluoroscopy) and tracheostomy assessment experience
- Membership of a relevant CEN
- Post-Grade/Research experience
- Postgraduate/masters-level dysphagia courses
- Familiarity with NHS strategic direction
Benefits & Working Conditions
🔹 Agenda for Change Band 7 🔹 Salary: £49,387 – £56,515 per annum 🔹 Fixed-term 12-month contract 🔹 Part-time/flexible working arrangements available 🔹 Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check required
Next Steps
For further details on training/support:
- Contact: Stef Matthews (Professional Lead)
- Email: Stefanie.matthews@uhb.nhs.uk
- Phone: 0121 371 3483
We welcome applications from candidates able to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. For further information, visit the UK Visas & Immigration website.
About University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust
We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that values every individual, promotes professional development, and supports equality. We’re committed to reasonable adjustments to enable role access for all.
📍 Location: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, B15 2TH
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