Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist - Special SchoolsAre you a qualified Paediatric SLT looking to make a real impact working with children in special schools?We're offering an exciting opportunity for a new or experienced Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist to join our fantastic Children and Young People\'s Integrated Therapy (CYPIT) team on a 1-year fixed-term contract.You'll be based mainly at Addington School in Wokingham, with some time in other specialist resources. You'll also run school holiday clinics for children without EHCPs.As part of our wider collaborative CYPIT service, your role within the special school team includes:Managing your own complex caseloadService delivery using an impact-based model of clinical decision makingWorking within a supportive multidisciplinary team of OTs, Physios & AssistantsOpportunities to shadow therapists, attend training and grow your skillsInvolvement in service development and supervising others, if desiredYou'll bring experience of working with children with additional needs - either in special or mainstream settings.CYPIT supports children and young people (0-19) across Berkshire. We offer integrated therapy services with accessible care and web-based advice. We\'re committed to family-centred, joined-up support.This is a part-time role (22.5 hours/3 days per week), involving travel to several sites, with scope for some home working.We recommend applying ASAP - applications are reviewed as received, and the vacancy may close early.Main duties of the jobProvide high quality assessment and interventions for children and young people with developmental / complex communication needsOpportunity to work alongside, and learn from experienced therapistsBe involved in the implementation of training packagesContribute to defined projects and service development initiativesMaintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical recordsAbout usBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated \'outstanding\' by the CQC, we\'re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we\'re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:Caring for and about you is our top priorityCommitted to providing good quality, safe servicesWorking Together with you to develop innovative solutionsYour wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:Flexible working options to support work-life balance27 days\' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sellExcellent learning and career development opportunities\'Cycle to Work\' and car leasing scheme including electric vehiclesAccess to a range of wellbeing tools and servicesDiscounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurantsStaff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equalityGenerous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leaveFree parking across Trust sitesJob responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role:Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, registered with HCPCExperience (including placement experience) in working with children or adults with additional needsAbility and readiness to travel to multiple sites within WokinghamFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.We\'re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don\t hesitate to call: Caroline Pethick on 07795617511 or email caroline.pethick@berkshire.nhs.uk.Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.Person SpecificationEducation/Qualifications/TrainingDiploma / Degree in Speech and Language TherapyHCPC RegisteredMember of a clinical interest groupContinuous Professional DevelopmentMasters degree in relevant area OR evidence of relevant experience within area of specialism, together with relevant short courses and/or post graduate training within a relevant fieldEvidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent relevant post graduate coursesPrevious ExperienceEvidence of experience in the field of specialism to a level of in depth knowledge and expertiseComprehensive range of supervisory experienceContribution to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistantsWork in special school and / or physical disability resource settingsExperience with AAC assessment / managementExperience with dysphagia assessment / managementKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesHigh level of clinical knowledge and skill appropriate area of specialismAbility to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environmentsAbility to provide leadership to other team membersEfficient, effective and diplomatic communication skills both written and verbalAwareness of the commissioning and provider landscape within children\'s servicesBasic computer literacyAdditional RequirementsCar driver with ability to travel to multiple sitesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.£40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum, pro rata (Incl of HCAS) #J-18808-Ljbffr