Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Secure Services
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, B249SA |
| Cwmni: | Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7789925/436-7789925 |
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A Vacancy at Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for four Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapists to work as part of a multidisciplinary team each based at one of our four secure hospitals located in Birmingham. You will form part of an expanding Speech and Language Therapy service who are dedicated to supporting the communication needs of clients who present with mental health needs. Our hospitals provide assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for service users with mental health needs.
As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work collaboratively alongside colleagues from Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing and Medical services. A wide range of training opportunities relevant to the role will be available in addition to support by senior Speech and Language Therapists ensuring the successful candidate has the relevant skills work to within a mental health setting.
The post is fixed term for 12 months, no weekend working, flexible working requests considered up to 37.5 hours. Secondments considered.
Working as part of a dedicated 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.
Our hospital locations are The Tamarind Centre (B9 5PU), Reaside Clinic (B45 9BE) and Hillis Lodge (B31 5HE) which are secure units for men. Ardenleigh Hospital (B24 9SA) is a secure unit for under 18`s and women.
Take a tour of two of our hospitals via YouTube at www.Ardenleightour and Tamarind Centre Tour, BSMFTMentalHealth.
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 Therapy degree qualification and be registered with the HCPC. Membership to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist`s is desirable.
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)
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.
This advert closes on Sunday 12 Apr 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for four Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapists to work as part of a multidisciplinary team each based at one of our four secure hospitals located in Birmingham. You will form part of an expanding Speech and Language Therapy service who are dedicated to supporting the communication needs of clients who present with mental health needs. Our hospitals provide assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for service users with mental health needs.
As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work collaboratively alongside colleagues from Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing and Medical services. A wide range of training opportunities relevant to the role will be available in addition to support by senior Speech and Language Therapists ensuring the successful candidate has the relevant skills work to within a mental health setting.
The post is fixed term for 12 months, no weekend working, flexible working requests considered up to 37.5 hours. Secondments considered.
Working as part of a dedicated 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.
Our hospital locations are The Tamarind Centre (B9 5PU), Reaside Clinic (B45 9BE) and Hillis Lodge (B31 5HE) which are secure units for men. Ardenleigh Hospital (B24 9SA) is a secure unit for under 18`s and women.
Take a tour of two of our hospitals via YouTube at www.Ardenleightour and Tamarind Centre Tour, BSMFTMentalHealth.
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 Therapy degree qualification and be registered with the HCPC. Membership to the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist`s is desirable.
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)
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.
This advert closes on Sunday 12 Apr 2026