Children’s Speech and Language Therapist

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Full time
The Doncaster and Bassetlaw Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service is currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic Band 5 or soon to be qualified Speech Language Therapist to be part of our innovative outpatient service. The post is based in the Bassetlaw area but could go across the Doncaster and Bassetlaw health communities.

Main duties of the job Provide clinical expertise in supporting the delivery of high standards of therapeutic care for patients within their care / speciality. Manage own caseload and to provide a high standard of assessment, management, treatment and advice to meet the needs of patients. Work collaboratively with colleagues in health, social care, local authority and other agencies to meet the needs of patients. Ensure the efficient and effective use of resources available within the team. Work with other members of the team in the development of the service. Ensure Clinical Governance is integral to service delivery within the specialty area. Represent the Therapy Team and contribute to the development of the wider Therapy service within Clinical Therapies.

About us DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career; it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.

We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: Extensive range of learning opportunities NHS Pension Scheme Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions Comprehensive health and wellbeing support NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemes Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Professional specific degree i.e. BSC speech sciences or Masters in medical sciences. Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Registered with the Health Care Professions Council or working towards their registration post qualification Valid full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle

Knowledge and Experience Essential Relevant undergraduate experience of working with a paediatric caseload Relevant undergraduate experience of working with a range of assessment tools and appropriate therapeutic interventions

Desirable Relevant undergraduate experience of working with children with special educational needs Undergraduate experience of signing e.g. Makaton Relevant undergraduate experience of working with multidisciplinary teams

Personal Attributes & Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy skills Can demonstrate good analytical and reflection skills Ability to work in a team Good organisational skills Negotiation and problem-solving skills Adaptable to change Prioritisation skills

Employer details Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Address Devonshire House Cavendish Court, South Parade Doncaster DN1 2DJ

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