Speech and Language Therapy Team Lead for Neuro and Stroke Pathway

NHS Band 7: Salary £47,810 - £54,710 ( pro-rata) per annum 

Permanent contract

We pride ourselves on our flexible working policies and would welcome applications for full-time ( 37.5 hours per week) or part-time working.

Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust – Stroke & Neuro Pathways (including Community Stroke Rehab Team)

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dynamic Team Lead Speech and Language Therapist to join our dedicated stroke and neuro pathways service, including our highly regarded Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team.

About the Role:

• Lead and coordinate speech and language therapy provision across stroke and neuro pathways.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Provide clinical expertise and leadership within both acute and community settings.
• Drive service development and innovation to enhance patient outcomes.
• Benefit from peer support with another Band 7 SLT Team Lead within the pathway, ensuring shared leadership, collaboration, and professional growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• Excellent communication and teamworking skills – able to inspire collaboration across disciplines.
• Proven leadership experience – supporting, mentoring, and developing staff to reach their potential.
• Clinical expertise in stroke and neuro rehabilitation – with a passion for evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to service improvement and professional growth.
• Able to independently manage a range of patients with dysphagia and communication difficulties.

Why Join Us?

At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, teamwork, and professional development. You’ll lead a motivated team making a real difference to patients recovering from stroke and neurological conditions, both in hospital and in the community. With peer support from another Band 7 SLT Neuro Team Lead, you’ll have the opportunity to share ideas, strengthen leadership, and shape the future of the service together.

Apply now to shape the future of speech and language therapy in stroke and neuro care at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust.

Pre-arranged visits to the department are welcomed and encouraged prior to application or interview. For further information please contact:

Kath Lake: Therapy Clinical Lead for Neuro kath.lake@nhs.net

Geri Murphy: Band 7 Team Lead SLT in Neuro Stroke Pathway Geraldine.murphy11@nhs.net

For full details of this role, please refer to the enclosed Job Description