Research and Outcomes Officer

Job title: Research and Outcomes Officer
Salary: The full-time equivalent salary is 44358 per annum for London-based roles or 39587 per annum for non-London-based roles. The successful candidate will receive a pro-rata salary based on the contracted hours plus excellent benefits.
Hours: Part time 4 days per week (28 hours per week)
Location:Remote or London based (must be able to attend the London office at least twice per month if remote working).
Contract type:Permanent
Job brochure: our Research & Outcomes team at the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and help shape the future of speech and language therapy. Youll plan deliver and evaluate projects that strengthen research capacity capability and culture across the profession champion evidence-based practice and support members in making the most of outcomes health informatics and data.

The RCSLT is the professional body for speech and language therapists across the UK. The RCSLT has over 24000 members and employs around 65 staff predominately based in a London office. The RCSLT also has offices in Belfast Edinburgh and Cardiff.

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with communication and swallowing needs by facilitating and promoting research producing guidance holding events and influencing government. We aim to promote better education and training for speech and language therapists and provide information to our members and the public about speech and language therapy.

As a Research & Outcomes Officer youll play a key role in shaping and delivering the RCSLTs research and outcomes work helping to strengthen research culture champion evidence-based practice and support the profession to make better use of evidence and data.

Youll take operational responsibility for a varied portfolio of projects and initiatives from research priority setting and engagement to collecting and analysing data supporting evidence synthesis and monitoring impact. Youll also help bring this work to life through engaging communications across RCSLT research channels as well as presentations webinars conferences and events.

Working closely with RCSLT members colleagues and external stakeholders youll provide expert evidence-based advice on research outcomes clinical and professional issues while responding to enquiries and supporting teams across the organisation to identify understand and apply research evidence.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining research project delivery data communication and stakeholder engagement and who wants to make a tangible difference to the future of speech and language therapy.

Were looking for a qualified Speech and Language Therapist and current RCSLT member with strong clinical and professional knowledge and a passion for research and evidence-based practice. Youll have experience of literature searching critical appraisal and evidence synthesis alongside knowledge of research evaluation outcome measures and data analysis. Youll be confident turning complex evidence and data into clear accessible insights and communicating these effectively to a range of audiences.

Youll be highly organised analytical and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities. A collaborative approach is essential as youll work with members colleagues and external stakeholders to provide expert guidance and support. Above all youll be committed to using research and evidence to improve practice and outcomes championing equality diversity and inclusion and contributing positively to the RCSLTs aims and values.

Please see the job description brochure with more information regarding the required experience and skillset needed for this role.

Closing date for applications: Monday 19 October 2026 at 9am.

Our interview process will take place virtually the week commencing Monday 2 November 2026. There may be a task that will be needed to be completed as part of the interview process.

Your application should consist of:

1. A full CV including the names and addresses of two referees (at least one should be from your current/most recent employer). Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without your consent.

2. A cover letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 detailing why you are interested in joining RCSLT as theResearch and Outcomes Officerand how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria of the role. (Please note that for your application to be considered you need to submit both your CV and cover letter).

3.Completed applications should be submitted through our recruitment portal Personio. Note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

Should you wish to discuss the role in strict confidence or for more details about the role please contact Caroline Bagnall ().

Our recruitment principles

We are committed to a fair transparent and inclusive recruitment process. All applications are handled with strict confidentiality to protect your privacy and encourage openness throughout the process.


Our commitment to Equity Diversity and Belonging (EDB)

The RCSLT is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. We aim to embed equity diversity and belonging practices throughout our recruitment and selection procedures. We strive to ensure everyone is valued equally for their contribution experience knowledge and skills. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds.