Location
Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
37,338 to 44,962 per year
About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
They’re not just another NHS trust. They’re a dedicated mental health and learning disabilities provider that takes pride in changing lives where it matters most. At Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, they work within communities and justice systems to ensure even the most marginalised voices are heard. Whether it’s inside a secure facility or in someone’s home, their teams bring compassion, evidence-based care, and genuine connection to those they support.
Job details
Benefits
- Visa sponsorship available – Skilled Worker route open to eligible applicants
- Supportive work environment – Be part of a friendly, multi-disciplinary team
- Ongoing professional development – Access to CPD, peer supervision, and specialist training
- Meaningful work – Make a lasting impact in a secure mental health setting
- Flexible NHS pension scheme – Plan your future with confidence
Requirements
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC registration
- At least 12 months post-qualifying experience in Speech and Language Therapy
- IELTS level 7 (SLT 8) for international candidates
- Understanding of complex needs in mental health or learning disability settings
- Great team player with confident communication and collaboration skills
- Positive attitude towards prison-based and secure environment work
- Postgraduate training in areas like autism, dysphagia, or mental health (preferred)
Salary Details
This post offers a Band 6 salary ranging from 37,338 to 44,962 per year depending on experience.
About the Role
This isn’t your standard SLT post. You’ll be based at HMP Deerbolt, a Category C men’s prison in Barnard Castle, and play a key role in the prison’s mental health team. You’ll assess and support men with speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs, often linked to complex psychological or cognitive conditions.
Your role matters because the ability to communicate affects everything – from managing emotions to engaging in therapy and education. In this unique setting, your input could be the difference between isolation and progress for someone inside.
You’ll work closely with a passionate team and tap into a growing network of SLTs within the Health and Justice system. With well-defined peer structures and continuous training, they’ll have your back as much as you’ve got theirs.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver assessments and interventions for communication and swallowing needs
- Support individuals and their key workers with tailored communication strategies
- Act as a trusted advisor to mental health, education, prison staff, and probation teams
- Develop communication aids and accessible information for people in custody
- Contribute to a multi-disciplinary approach for care and rehabilitation
- Promote workforce awareness of SLCN and provide staff training sessions
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role involves contact with vulnerable individuals and requires an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They welcome applications from all backgrounds. Their hiring decisions are based on skills, experience, and potential, not on your postcode or passport. If you’re qualified and ready to help others thrive, they’d love to hear from you.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
- Contact: Via NHS Jobs portal
Reference Number
346-HJ-001-25
How To Apply
Ready to make a real difference and work in a supportive team? Don’t wait. Apply now.
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