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While this employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates, applicants must verify their specific visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The UK Skilled Worker Visa has specific requirements regarding salary thresholds, English language proficiency, and professional qualifications that must be met. International applicants should confirm sponsorship details and any additional requirements with the employer before applying.
Job Details
Company: City Health Care Partnership CIC
Location: Highlands Health Centre, Lothian Way, Hull, HU7 5DD
Job Title: Advanced Speech and Language Therapist (Voice and Dysphagia)
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa/pr
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Application Deadline: 05 January 2026
Reference Number: 810-7525212-B
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates
Date Posted: 27 November 2025
Job Summary
Are you an experienced speech and language therapist working with an adult voice and dysphagia caseload who would like to take the next step in your career and lead on our voice service within our forward thinking and friendly community Speech and Language Therapy Service? On our most recent colleague survey 100% of our team would recommend CHCP CIC as a place to work and believe it takes a positive approach to health and wellbeing.
We are looking for a therapist with excellent communication skills who would like to further progress their knowledge with a voice and dysphagia caseload. The post is for a minimum of 3 days (22.5) hours a week with the option for up to full time hours supporting the wider service dysphagia caseload.
At CHCP, we’re passionate about people and we know that you are too, which is why we’re committed to supporting professionals who want to make a real difference in the lives of patients. Our team works collaboratively to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull and the surrounding areas.
As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we’re pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help make history while advancing your career in speech and language therapy.
Key Responsibilities
Our team works across Hull and East Yorkshire providing adult speech and language therapy across a number of community settings including community inpatient units, specialist multi disciplinary stroke services, community clinics and domiciliary visits. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality assessment and intervention for adults with voice and dysphagia disorders.
We also run a regular community videofluoroscopy clinic in conjunction with the local hospital trust. You will be well supported by the SLT service leads and through peer support from our other band 7 staff working within the team.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate advanced clinical skills in voice and dysphagia management, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and intervention. You will also contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives within your specialist area.
As a senior member of the team, you will be expected to provide clinical supervision to other speech and language therapists, assistants, and students. You will also be involved in student education and training, contributing to the development of the next generation of speech and language therapists.
Person Specification – Qualifications
Essential:
- Current HCPC professional registration
- Current RCSLT membership
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- Post graduate qualification and/or evidence of competence at the enhanced/ highly specialist level of RCSLT Dysphagia competency framework
- Educated to Masters Level or Masters level/Post Graduate modules supplemented by specialist accredited training and experience in assessment and management of voice
Desirable:
- Completion of Videofluoroscopy competencies which may include MBSimp training
- Completion of training to be a certified LSVT clinician
- Advanced/expert clinical qualification
- Teaching qualification or equivalent experience
Person Specification – Knowledge
Essential:
- Full understanding of relevant policy, legislation, drivers and their application to clinical and service area
- Full understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within identified clinical area of voice and ENT dysphagia
- An advanced understanding of relevant clinical practice, standards and protocols within identified clinical area
- Evidence of undertaking audits/surveys
- Basic IT skills
Desirable:
- Member of specialist interest group/network, regionally or nationally
- Good working knowledge of relevant IT systems to own area of work
Person Specification – Experience
Essential:
- Evidence of sound post-registration professional practice
- Demonstrable experience of working in the specific field where the post is held
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the clinical area to Enhanced/advanced level
- Evidence of Enhanced to Advanced practice skills in voice and dysphagia management
- Evidence of independent caseload management within specialist area including referral management and ability to prioritise and triage referrals
- Experience in supervising other SLTs, assistants and students
- Evidence of promoting/supporting active user/carer involvement/participation
- Leadership/management experience which has had a positive impact and created change within service delivery/practice
- Professional networking regionally and nationally
- Ability to effectively Chair meetings
- A breadth of clinical practice including clinically specialising in the field where the post is held
Desirable:
- Proven leadership/management experience, able to demonstrate examples of positive impact/change within service delivery/practice at an advanced/expert level
- Ability to work across team/organisational boundaries developing and maintaining multi-professional and multi-agency partnerships
- Experience of developing others through education, mentorship, coaching, teaching, assessing, presentations, publishing
About Us
At CHCP, we’re passionate about people and we know that you are too, that’s why we’re here isn’t it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.
Work with us and you’ll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP you have a real voice. Compassion is at the heart of our business; we’re a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens.
Local diversity demands diverse roles, that’s why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we’ll support you to thrive. As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we’re pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.
We are fully committed to staff development and have a robust supervision and appraisal framework in place. CHCP is committed to providing excellent CPD and training opportunities and you will be supported in accessing external specialist clinical supervision as required. Staff are also provided with the necessary information technology to enable flexible and mobile working.
Benefits of Working with Us
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment where your skills and expertise will be valued. The successful candidate will be joining a team that is dedicated to providing the highest quality care to patients while supporting professional development and career advancement.
Our commitment to staff wellbeing is reflected in our recent colleague survey where 100% of our team would recommend CHCP CIC as a place to work and believe it takes a positive approach to health and wellbeing. We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for professional success and personal wellbeing.
We offer competitive salaries and benefits packages, along with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. Our staff development programme includes regular supervision, access to external training, and support for further qualifications and specializations.
As a member of our team, you will be joining an organisation that is committed to innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery. We are constantly seeking new ways to improve our services and enhance patient outcomes, and we value the contributions of all our staff in this ongoing process.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
International applicants should carefully review the following checklist before applying:
- Verify your eligibility for UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship
- Ensure you have all required professional qualifications and certifications
- Prepare evidence of English language proficiency if required
- Gather all necessary documentation including criminal record certificates from countries where you have resided for 12+ months in the past 10 years
- Contact the employer to confirm sponsorship details and any additional requirements
- Submit your application through the NHS Jobs website before the deadline of 05 January 2026
All applications will be considered regardless of nationality or immigration status, but candidates requiring sponsorship must declare this in their application. The employer is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.
Further Information
For questions about the job, contact: Anna Ray (Professional Lead & Operations Manager)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07919544921
Employer Website: https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Please note that applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information about professional registration requirements, please visit the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of their background. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you are looking for an opportunity to advance your career in speech and language therapy while making a real difference in patients’ lives, we encourage you to apply for this position. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.
