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NQP Speech and Language Therapist - Leicester and East Midlands, Leicester
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ChatterBug Speech and Language Therapy Service Location:
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6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is eager to work in new, innovative ways. Our ideal candidate will thrive in fast-changing environments and be open to personal and professional growth. Our vision is to be the leading provider of SLT services and make these more accessible for all, regardless of background. We require inspirational individuals to join our Midlands team and help us carry out our mission. Would you like to deliver more specialist therapy to children and families? We are calling all SLTs looking for a new role. NQPs and Experienced SLTs are both welcome! Our therapists work closely with schools and families to develop strong communication provisions and provide continuous support. Main duties of the job In conjunction with the Team Lead and Senior Speech and Language Therapist, you will plan, develop and deliver a Speech and Language Therapy service both working in family homes, educational settings, and within local authorities. About us Chatterbug Limited is a National Social Enterprise providing a range of Speech and Language Therapy services. We believe in providing high-quality, evidence-based input that provides real results. Our core values guide how we conduct ourselves: Open:
For continuous self-development, we believe in trust and transparency! We love diversity, change, and new ideas. Connected:
We are always learning from our team and community! Working together means building a community we are proud of. Dependable:
We work hard to create a positive and comfortable atmosphere, where all employees are understood, supported, and respected. Fortitude:
Bring on bravery. Challenges are our best opportunity to learn - if we make a mistake, it's all about how we bounce back. Go beyond your comfort zone, and never be too scared to ask for help. Job Responsibilities To coordinate the provision of suitable Speech and Language Therapy services in line with the needs of the client base. To participate in the assessment and diagnosis of children/young people with a range of SLCN. To provide high-quality support to students, apprentices, and SLTAs. To proactively support the growth and development of Chatterbug by representing the organisation at a local/national level. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical To assess, diagnose and provide support to children with a range of SLCN including complex needs. To ensure a client-focused assessment and approach to treatment. To represent the service at health and education panels where required. To provide assessment and advice on optimising the clients' communicative environment, considering the communication skills of parents/guardians, carers, and other professionals. To develop and implement speech and language therapy treatment and programmes and to measure and evaluate outcomes. To demonstrate clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures. Communication To employ excellent verbal and written communication skills. To communicate information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers, and other professionals effectively. To produce detailed reports reflecting knowledge regarding clients' needs and summarising proposed treatment plans. To provide verbal and written advice and programmes to parents/guardians, carers, and other professionals regarding the management and care of children, ensuring accessibility to a range of audiences. To ensure that clients, parents, and teaching staff are involved in the planning and prioritisation of treatment plans. To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans, Individual Education Plans, and Annual Reviews as appropriate. To maintain up-to-date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and service policies. To share information with clients, carers, and other professionals, observing current data protection guidelines. Clinical Governance Requirements To gather statistical data punctually. To participate in service research as required. To undertake Clinical Governance/audit projects within the local service as required. To have a working knowledge of relevant procedures, including safeguarding children, SEN procedures, and other legal frameworks. Information Governance Comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR rules. The postholder must not disclose any information relating to service users or employees during or after employment. The postholder will be required to comply with the processing of requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 when appropriate. The postholder must comply with Chatterbug policies that protect the information assets of the organisation from unauthorised disclosure, modification, destruction, inappropriate access, or use. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining the clinical and/or corporate records that fall within the remit of this role to the organisation's standards and data quality processes. Continuing Professional Development To identify personal/professional development evidenced by the Personal Development Plan/Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework, including objectives. To demonstrate a passion and commitment to the profession through self-guided study. To participate in an individual performance review, ensuring that the objectives set reflect the service and trust plans, including objectives relevant for SLCN. To demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines. To attend relevant in-service training and meetings. To take responsibility for maintaining and continually developing professional skills and knowledge in SLCN. Analytical and Judgemental Skills To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice independently, with peers, and mentors to identify own strengths and development needs. To demonstrate a well-developed ability to integrate information, taking account of all aspects of the clients' communication, including verbal, non-verbal, and environmental factors. To anticipate and take appropriate steps to prevent the breakdown of relationships with parents/guardians and other professionals. To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a specialist as appropriate. Responsibility for Client Care and Contact with Carers To demonstrate the ability to manage people with communication disorders and challenging behaviour. To work closely with clients, carers, and other professionals to negotiate and agree on client management. To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers, and colleagues, ensuring effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist. To respond sensitively at all times, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications. To demonstrate expert skills in motivating clients, carers, and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process. To adapt practice to meet individual clients' circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences. Physical Skills To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of clients. To demonstrate knowledge of correct moving/handling clients with disabilities. To use equipment with due care. Responsibility for Equipment or Financial Resources To be responsible for the security, care, maintenance, and delivery of equipment, ensuring standards of safety are maintained, including equipment loaned to clients. To monitor stock/equipment levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate. Freedom to Act To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking support as appropriate. To work within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and a professional code of conduct. To discharge appropriately, agreeing on a point of closure with the clients and carers and informing other professionals. Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974; the postholder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions, and reporting of all incidents, near misses, and hazards, with a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Mental Capacity Act 2005 The Mental Capacity Act 2005 applies to all Trust staff. It is the responsibility of every person to ensure that they keep up to date with the Act and that the delivery of patient care/services is conducted in line with local and national policy and the MCA Code of Practice. Safeguarding is Everyone's Business Chatterbug has a responsibility to ensure that all children/young people and adults are adequately safeguarded and protected. As a consequence, all employees are required to adhere to national and local safeguarding policies/procedures and to act upon any concerns in accordance with them. Equality and Diversity It is the responsibility of every person to act in ways that support equality and diversity and work within the spirit and detail of legislation, including the Equality Act 2010 and the Human Rights Act 1998. Chatterbug is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Client:
ChatterBug Speech and Language Therapy Service Location:
Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
83168b4344ad Job Views:
6 Posted:
22.01.2025 Expiry Date:
08.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist who is eager to work in new, innovative ways. Our ideal candidate will thrive in fast-changing environments and be open to personal and professional growth. Our vision is to be the leading provider of SLT services and make these more accessible for all, regardless of background. We require inspirational individuals to join our Midlands team and help us carry out our mission. Would you like to deliver more specialist therapy to children and families? We are calling all SLTs looking for a new role. NQPs and Experienced SLTs are both welcome! Our therapists work closely with schools and families to develop strong communication provisions and provide continuous support. Main duties of the job In conjunction with the Team Lead and Senior Speech and Language Therapist, you will plan, develop and deliver a Speech and Language Therapy service both working in family homes, educational settings, and within local authorities. About us Chatterbug Limited is a National Social Enterprise providing a range of Speech and Language Therapy services. We believe in providing high-quality, evidence-based input that provides real results. Our core values guide how we conduct ourselves: Open:
For continuous self-development, we believe in trust and transparency! We love diversity, change, and new ideas. Connected:
We are always learning from our team and community! Working together means building a community we are proud of. Dependable:
We work hard to create a positive and comfortable atmosphere, where all employees are understood, supported, and respected. Fortitude:
Bring on bravery. Challenges are our best opportunity to learn - if we make a mistake, it's all about how we bounce back. Go beyond your comfort zone, and never be too scared to ask for help. Job Responsibilities To coordinate the provision of suitable Speech and Language Therapy services in line with the needs of the client base. To participate in the assessment and diagnosis of children/young people with a range of SLCN. To provide high-quality support to students, apprentices, and SLTAs. To proactively support the growth and development of Chatterbug by representing the organisation at a local/national level. Duties and Responsibilities Clinical To assess, diagnose and provide support to children with a range of SLCN including complex needs. To ensure a client-focused assessment and approach to treatment. To represent the service at health and education panels where required. To provide assessment and advice on optimising the clients' communicative environment, considering the communication skills of parents/guardians, carers, and other professionals. To develop and implement speech and language therapy treatment and programmes and to measure and evaluate outcomes. To demonstrate clinical effectiveness through the use of evidence-based practice and outcome measures. Communication To employ excellent verbal and written communication skills. To communicate information from assessment and treatment to clients, carers, and other professionals effectively. To produce detailed reports reflecting knowledge regarding clients' needs and summarising proposed treatment plans. To provide verbal and written advice and programmes to parents/guardians, carers, and other professionals regarding the management and care of children, ensuring accessibility to a range of audiences. To ensure that clients, parents, and teaching staff are involved in the planning and prioritisation of treatment plans. To contribute to legal documents such as Education Health and Care Plans, Individual Education Plans, and Annual Reviews as appropriate. To maintain up-to-date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and service policies. To share information with clients, carers, and other professionals, observing current data protection guidelines. Clinical Governance Requirements To gather statistical data punctually. To participate in service research as required. To undertake Clinical Governance/audit projects within the local service as required. To have a working knowledge of relevant procedures, including safeguarding children, SEN procedures, and other legal frameworks. Information Governance Comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR rules. The postholder must not disclose any information relating to service users or employees during or after employment. The postholder will be required to comply with the processing of requests under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 when appropriate. The postholder must comply with Chatterbug policies that protect the information assets of the organisation from unauthorised disclosure, modification, destruction, inappropriate access, or use. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining the clinical and/or corporate records that fall within the remit of this role to the organisation's standards and data quality processes. Continuing Professional Development To identify personal/professional development evidenced by the Personal Development Plan/Professional Portfolio developed within an appraisal framework, including objectives. To demonstrate a passion and commitment to the profession through self-guided study. To participate in an individual performance review, ensuring that the objectives set reflect the service and trust plans, including objectives relevant for SLCN. To demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to RCSLT Professional and Local Clinical Guidelines. To attend relevant in-service training and meetings. To take responsibility for maintaining and continually developing professional skills and knowledge in SLCN. Analytical and Judgemental Skills To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice independently, with peers, and mentors to identify own strengths and development needs. To demonstrate a well-developed ability to integrate information, taking account of all aspects of the clients' communication, including verbal, non-verbal, and environmental factors. To anticipate and take appropriate steps to prevent the breakdown of relationships with parents/guardians and other professionals. To make appropriate clinical decisions following assessment, seeking support and advice from a specialist as appropriate. Responsibility for Client Care and Contact with Carers To demonstrate the ability to manage people with communication disorders and challenging behaviour. To work closely with clients, carers, and other professionals to negotiate and agree on client management. To demonstrate empathy with clients, carers, and colleagues, ensuring effective communication is achieved, particularly where significant barriers to understanding exist. To respond sensitively at all times, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clinical difficulties and their implications. To demonstrate expert skills in motivating clients, carers, and other professionals to engage in the therapeutic process. To adapt practice to meet individual clients' circumstances, including due regard for cultural and linguistic differences. Physical Skills To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of clients. To demonstrate knowledge of correct moving/handling clients with disabilities. To use equipment with due care. Responsibility for Equipment or Financial Resources To be responsible for the security, care, maintenance, and delivery of equipment, ensuring standards of safety are maintained, including equipment loaned to clients. To monitor stock/equipment levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate. Freedom to Act To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking support as appropriate. To work within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and a professional code of conduct. To discharge appropriately, agreeing on a point of closure with the clients and carers and informing other professionals. Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974; the postholder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions, and reporting of all incidents, near misses, and hazards, with a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Mental Capacity Act 2005 The Mental Capacity Act 2005 applies to all Trust staff. It is the responsibility of every person to ensure that they keep up to date with the Act and that the delivery of patient care/services is conducted in line with local and national policy and the MCA Code of Practice. Safeguarding is Everyone's Business Chatterbug has a responsibility to ensure that all children/young people and adults are adequately safeguarded and protected. As a consequence, all employees are required to adhere to national and local safeguarding policies/procedures and to act upon any concerns in accordance with them. Equality and Diversity It is the responsibility of every person to act in ways that support equality and diversity and work within the spirit and detail of legislation, including the Equality Act 2010 and the Human Rights Act 1998. Chatterbug is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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