!!JOB VACANCY!! .We have a band 6 fixed term post available for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist! Come and join our team! .🎉Please visit NHS Jobs and complete your application today!

🌙✨ Eid Mubarak!.Wishing all our colleagues, patients & families a joyful and peaceful Eid. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and lots of good food (IDDSI appropriate, of course 😉). From the Barnsley Hospital SLT team 💚.#EidMubarak #BarnsleyHospital #SLT.

To our favourite snack,.You’re the apple purée of our eye,.You bring the food, we make sure they can eat it. Together, we're the ultimate bite-sized dream team. To our dietitian baes—thanks for keeping it smooth (IDDSI 4 smooth😉)🧀💚.Happy #DietitiansWeek! 💚🥄.#PowerCoupleGoals.

🌟 That’s a wrap on #MouthcareMay! 🦷💜.We’ve learned a lot about how mouth care keeps our swallow safe & sound. But remember—mouth health is EVERY month! 🗓️.Keep brushing, stay hydrated, and keep those smiles shining! 😁✨.#SLTTeam #SwallowingMatters #MouthcareEveryday.

Our wonderful colleagues on our Acute Stroke Unit @AcuteCVA are doing a Bake Sale today - come fill your boots, whilst raising money for stroke services (before we eat it all!) 🍰🧁🍩🍪

🧠💜Dementia Action Week .Try these small changes that make a big difference:.👂 Slow down & give time to respond.🗣️ Use short, simple sentences.😊 Keep eye contact & smile.🍽️ Make mealtimes relaxed and safe.Little things = big impact 💜 .#DementiaActionWeek #DementiaSupport.

It’s Dementia Action Week! 💜🧠.SLTs aren’t just about talking — we help with safe swallowing too! 🥣💧🍓 .From thickened drinks to tasty texture tweaks, we’ve got it covered!.Let’s keep mealtimes safe & enjoyable! 😋🍽️.#DementiaActionWeek #SLTTeam #DysphagiaAwareness.

Let’s celebrate the unsung heroes of swallowing — clean teeth, fresh mouths, and YOU! 🦷💜.SLTs are working with teams to make mouth care part of every care plan. Because when mouths are cared for, swallowing is safer. 💬🍽️.#MouthcareMay #SLTTeam #SwallowSmart.

🦷✨ SLT Tip Time! ✨🦷.Want to keep your mouth and swallow in tip-top shape? Here’s how:.🪥 Brush 2x a day.💧 Drink plenty of water.🧐 Check for dry mouth & food stuck behind.🧴 Don’t forget the tongue! 😉.#MouthcareMay #SwallowingAwareness #SLTTeam.

🗓️🎤 Dysarthria Awareness Day 🧠💬.Speech sounding slurred or unclear? It might be dysarthria!.It’s not about what you say — it’s how it comes out. SLTs are here to boost confidence, clarity & communication! 🗣️❤️.Let’s get loud for every voice today! 🔊👄.#DysarthriaAwareness.

🌟 One whole year later and Beth is STILL making a difference! 🌟.She’s been working tirelessly on all the wards, helping patients with SLOP strategies for clearer speech. 🙌.We're so proud of the incredible impact she continues to have! 💙 #DysphagiaAwareness #SLOPStrategies

🗣️ SLOP Strategies for Dysarthria Awareness Day!.SLTs use SLOP to help with clearer communication:.🕐 Slow – Take your time when speaking.🔊 Loud – Speak with strength and volume.🔠 Over-Pronounced – Enunciate every word clearly.⏸️ Pause – Give yourself time to breathe and think.

🍽️🦠 Did you know that bacteria in your mouth can sneak into your lungs when you swallow? 😱.Mouth care is more than fresh breath—it helps prevent pneumonia & keeps swallowing safe! 💧🛡️.Brush, rinse, and smile! 😁.#MouthcareMay #StaySafe #SLTTeam.

🚨 Know the signs of stroke – act FAST! 💜.😟 F – Face drooping?.💪 A – Arm weakness?.🗣️ S – Slurred speech?.⏰ T – Time to call 999!.Every second counts! ⏳.#MakeMayPurple #StrokeAwareness #ActFAST #SLTTeam 💜🧠.

Happy #NursesWeek to the heroes in scrubs! 🩺💜.You clock 10,000 steps before 10am, find our patients, spot the signs, and still smile when we ask, “Are you looking after Bed 3?” 🍽️.We love you more than our thickener stash (and that’s saying something). 😄. #ThankYouNurses.

🌡️ Hot weather tip! ☀️.Stay hydrated to keep swallowing safe & easy! .Caregivers look for:.🧴 Dry mouth – offer sips of water often.🍹 Cool, soft foods – smoothies, ice pops, and soups.🌞 Avoid extreme heat – stay in shaded, cool areas.Your loved one's health is top priority! 💜.

☀️🌡️Stay cool, stay safe! This hot weather means we need to stay hydrated to keep our mouths and swallowing safe.💧🦷.Drink plenty of water, avoid dry mouth, and take it easy in the heat. Your health matters, inside and out! 🧠💜.#HotWeatherSafety #StayHydrated #SwallowingMatters.

🦷💜 It’s #MouthcareMay! Did you know keeping your mouth clean is KEY to safe swallowing? 🪥.A healthy mouth = less risk of infections & a smoother swallow! 😁.Let’s brush up on mouth care! 🧼💦.#SLTTeam #SwallowingMatters

Feeling purple and proud! 💜 We're all decked out to #MakeMayPurple and raise stroke awareness in style. Spot the signs, spread the word, and celebrate with us! #StrokeAwareness #SLTTeam #PurpleVibes 💜🎉

Shoutout to the incredible admin team who keep the wheels turning in speech therapy! Your hard work, organisation, and dedication make all the difference. Happy #WorldAdminDay – we appreciate you! 🙌 #SpeechTherapy #AdminHeroes #ThankYou.