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Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

4 months ago

Yeovil, United Kingdom Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

Exciting Opportunity for Paediatric Speech and Language Therapists

Are you a passionate and creative Speech and Language Therapist eager to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Due to recent funding, we are excited to announce multiple openings for dedicated professionals like you in our Taunton, Wells and Yeovil teams.

Why Join Us?

Permanent, full-time positions Flexible work options: we would also consider part-time hours First-Year registration fees covered Comprehensive induction programme: seamlessly transition into your new role with our supportive onboarding process Ongoing Supervision: Receive regular guidance from experienced clinicians to support your ongoing development.

We would welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced therapists.

Main duties of the job

The position offers a varied caseload, and you will undertake both initial assessments in clinic as well as ongoing caseload work in a variety of settings such as schools, clinic and family homes. The ongoing caseload work is organised to enable joint working, closer partnerships with educational settings and therapy opportunities.

Each base team for SLT has around 6-10 therapists who you would be working alongside, as well as Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy colleagues, Therapy Support Practitioners and excellent administrative support.

We hold regular team and professional therapy meetings and welcome applications for ongoing CPD training opportunities.

Although you would be based in one area team, you would be required to travel within your area to meet the needs of the caseload and across the county for meetings, training etc.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, continuing professional development and regular informal conversations around career progression, annual recognition awards to celebrate and recognise our colleagues achievements throughout the year and not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

We work hard to make sure that inclusion is part of everything we do. We know that true inclusion means we're able to provide the best care for our patients and provide a fulfilling career for all our colleagues.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London - there is truly something for everyone

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.

We have six active and impactful colleague networks. These networks provide a safe space for colleagues to share their experiences and learn from one another, but also influence change across our trust:

Multicultural Network Women's Network Armed Forces' Network LGBTQ+ Network Lived Experience Network, for colleagues living with disabilities Autistic Colleague Network Job description

Job responsibilities

Works individually and as part of SLT, integrated therapy and other multi-disciplinary and multi-agency teams to provide a service for children and young people who have speech, language and communication difficulties Independently assesses, diagnoses, formulates care plans, writes assessment reports and provides appropriate intervention for clients with speech, language and communication impairments. Gathers relevant information from a variety of sources to inform diagnosis and decision making about individual clients. Provides intervention and evaluates outcomes. Involves clients, where appropriate, and their parents/carers in planning therapy programmes. Maintains and provides full, accurate and comprehensive case records and reports. Reflects on the auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of a clients communication and identifies appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness. Develops clear care plans based on best practice. Advises clients, carers and staff in Health and other agencies on supplementary or alternative means of communication, as appropriate. Actively involves patients in decisions about their own healthcare. Works with parents and Education staff to plan and evaluate developmental and educational targets relating to speech, language and communication. Provides advice, training and support to educational staff, outside agencies, parents and carers, as appropriate, which may involve training in specific therapy techniques acquired via postgraduate training. Provides advice for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) and to contribute to Individual Education Plans. When appropriate, writes reports, attends team meetings, case conferences, parents meetings and contributes to Annual Reviews of EHCPs. Identifies opportunities for integrated clinical working and joint pathways with Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy colleagues. Refers on to other specialist Health and Education services as appropriate.

Please see attached JD for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC Registration

Desirable

Member of RCSLT

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Experience in paediatric Speech and Language Therapy at undergraduate level working with children with a wide range of speech, language and communication difficulties Up to date theoretical knowledge Experience of community speech therapy provision on placements

Desirable

Experience in paediatric Speech and Language Therapy at post-graduate level Knowledge of symbol and signing systems of communication Knowledge of current Educational and National Curriculum Issues

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Experience of working in an MDT Excellent verbal and written communication skills for a range of audiences including clients/carers Basic knowledge of IT and computer skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

Aware of limitations of own knowledge and experience.

Other

Essential

Car driver with valid UK driving licence or otherwise mobile with appropriate business insurance