Speech and Language Therapy Team Leader

1 week ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT Full time
Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Speech and Language Therapy service as a Team Leader, working under a service level agreement at Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT.

Main Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of Speech and Language Therapists, including specialist SLTs and SLT support workers
  • Develop and support Newly Qualified Practitioners (NQP) SLTs, leading the ongoing development of the Band 5 rotation
  • Provide leadership, vision, and inspire others to deliver high-quality patient-focused care
  • Build relationships with partners outside of SLT services, including AHP colleagues, general managers, and other healthcare professionals
About Us

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT is a leading provider of community health services, employing around 4,200 substantive staff and caring for patients in a range of settings.

Key Requirements
  • Recognised SLT Degree qualification or equivalent
  • HCPC registered, membership of RCSLT
  • Post-qualification experience
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening, and empathy
  • Ability to influence and negotiate as an equal with managers in DCHS and other agencies
  • Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
  • Demonstrates leadership skills as well as ability to be a good team member
  • Understanding of the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working with key stakeholders in the service area
  • Understanding of the impact of local, cultural, linguistic, and demographic factors which influence service delivery in clinical areas


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