Band 7 Lead Speech and Language Therapist
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £47,810 - £54,710 per annum, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, B24 9SA |
| Cwmni: | Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7788544/436-7361099 |
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A Vacancy at Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 7 Lead Speech and Language Therapist to work across four of our secure hospitals located in Birmingham. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work collaboratively alongside colleagues from Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Medical and Education services. Our hospitals provide assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for service users with mental health needs.
You would form part of an expanding Speech and Language Therapy service who are dedicated to supporting the communication and dysphagia needs of clients who present with a mental health need. Flexible working requests are considered up to 37.5 hours, and there is no weekend working.
The successful applicant would support the continuing development of the Speech and Language Therapy service, supported by the Professional Lead Speech and Language Therapist.
Our hospital locations are The Tamarind Centre (B9 5PU) Reaside clinic (B45 9BE) and Hillis Lodge (B31 5H) which are secure units for men. Ardenleigh Hospital (B24 9SA) which is a secure hospital for under 18`s and women.
The successful candidate will initially enter a supportive probation period of six months.
Working as part of a supportive Speech and Language Therapy team, this post would suit an applicant who has a genuine interest in working with young people and adults who present with complex mental health and communication needs and enjoys working in a dynamic environment.
The role will be varied and include transferable assessment skills, planning and implementing evidence-based practice, reviewing and evaluating therapy using therapy outcome measures, provide advice to other professionals regarding the management of clients with communication needs, modifying materials, attending and contributing to clinical team meetings, report writing and completing administrative\managerial tasks relevant to the role.
The successful candidate will initially enter a supportive probation period of six months.Flexible working options available.
The post holder must have a Speech and Language degree qualification and be registered with the HCPC. Membership to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist`s is desirable.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached jobdescription and person specification.
To find out more about Allied Health Professionals working in our trust use the following link to view the video:
Allied Health Professionals - Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (bsmhft.nhs.uk)
This advert closes on Thursday 12 Mar 2026
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 7 Lead Speech and Language Therapist to work across four of our secure hospitals located in Birmingham. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work collaboratively alongside colleagues from Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Medical and Education services. Our hospitals provide assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for service users with mental health needs.
You would form part of an expanding Speech and Language Therapy service who are dedicated to supporting the communication and dysphagia needs of clients who present with a mental health need. Flexible working requests are considered up to 37.5 hours, and there is no weekend working.
The successful applicant would support the continuing development of the Speech and Language Therapy service, supported by the Professional Lead Speech and Language Therapist.
Our hospital locations are The Tamarind Centre (B9 5PU) Reaside clinic (B45 9BE) and Hillis Lodge (B31 5H) which are secure units for men. Ardenleigh Hospital (B24 9SA) which is a secure hospital for under 18`s and women.
The successful candidate will initially enter a supportive probation period of six months.
Working as part of a supportive Speech and Language Therapy team, this post would suit an applicant who has a genuine interest in working with young people and adults who present with complex mental health and communication needs and enjoys working in a dynamic environment.
The role will be varied and include transferable assessment skills, planning and implementing evidence-based practice, reviewing and evaluating therapy using therapy outcome measures, provide advice to other professionals regarding the management of clients with communication needs, modifying materials, attending and contributing to clinical team meetings, report writing and completing administrative\managerial tasks relevant to the role.
The successful candidate will initially enter a supportive probation period of six months.Flexible working options available.
The post holder must have a Speech and Language degree qualification and be registered with the HCPC. Membership to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist`s is desirable.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached jobdescription and person specification.
To find out more about Allied Health Professionals working in our trust use the following link to view the video:
Allied Health Professionals - Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (bsmhft.nhs.uk)
This advert closes on Thursday 12 Mar 2026