The post holder will be based in the SLT department in Hexham General Hospital providing ward-based intervention alongside time into the community setting. Due to the geography of Northumberland, the successful candidate will need to be able to meet the travel requirements of the post including offering home visits and travelling to other hospital sites. Essential Criteria: Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree qualification or equivalent Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice Registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses or equivalent experience in the management of acquired swallowing and communication conditions