Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
We are currently seeking applications for maternity cover for a part-time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist. The role includes speech, language, and communication assessment and intervention for children and young people who have an EHCP. Main duties of the job
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is currently looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to provide support for children and young people who have complex communication difficulties. The post is part-time and will involve working in schools and clinics with a caseload of children and young people who have a range of speech, language, and communication needs and require intervention as part of their EHCP. About us
HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU: We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times. We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions. We will provide both clinical and management supervision. We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of settings and clinical areas. We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role. We have free onsite parking. We will provide equipment such as a laptop, mobile phone, and assessments. Job responsibilities
As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with children and those most proximal to them to reach positive outcomes. You will have the ability to manage a demanding workload in order to provide an efficient and effective service. You will be a confident, self-directed individual with a strong team focus as well as being able to work independently when required. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills in order to maintain our exceptional standards of care when liaising with patients and both internal and external agencies. Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening, and empathy. Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal. Able to work in difficult, distracting environments, with challenging clients and where intense levels of concentration are required. Demonstrate ability to be a good team member. Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving. Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice. Excellent organisational skills. Ability to motivate and inspire others. Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment. Skills & Attributes
Can use a variety of assessment techniques. Can demonstrate an awareness of continuing professional development. Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech phonetically. Knowledge and experience of clinical governance/audit. Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation. Access to transport for work purposes. Qualifications & Professional Training
Speech and Language Therapy degree or a recognised equivalent. Registered member of RCSLT. Registered member of HCPC. Evidence of having completed some short courses. Has undertaken additional study e.g. dysphagia training, language educators course. Experience & Knowledge
Can manage own caseload with minimal support. Has experience of working with complex cases alongside or with supervision from a highly specialist therapist. Knowledge of current trends in the management of communication and/or swallowing. Experience of work in a variety of settings. Awareness of Total Communication. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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. Address
Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team Leader Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre
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We are currently seeking applications for maternity cover for a part-time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist. The role includes speech, language, and communication assessment and intervention for children and young people who have an EHCP. Main duties of the job
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is currently looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to provide support for children and young people who have complex communication difficulties. The post is part-time and will involve working in schools and clinics with a caseload of children and young people who have a range of speech, language, and communication needs and require intervention as part of their EHCP. About us
HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU: We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times. We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions. We will provide both clinical and management supervision. We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of settings and clinical areas. We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role. We have free onsite parking. We will provide equipment such as a laptop, mobile phone, and assessments. Job responsibilities
As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with children and those most proximal to them to reach positive outcomes. You will have the ability to manage a demanding workload in order to provide an efficient and effective service. You will be a confident, self-directed individual with a strong team focus as well as being able to work independently when required. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills in order to maintain our exceptional standards of care when liaising with patients and both internal and external agencies. Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening, and empathy. Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal. Able to work in difficult, distracting environments, with challenging clients and where intense levels of concentration are required. Demonstrate ability to be a good team member. Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving. Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice. Excellent organisational skills. Ability to motivate and inspire others. Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment. Skills & Attributes
Can use a variety of assessment techniques. Can demonstrate an awareness of continuing professional development. Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech phonetically. Knowledge and experience of clinical governance/audit. Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation. Access to transport for work purposes. Qualifications & Professional Training
Speech and Language Therapy degree or a recognised equivalent. Registered member of RCSLT. Registered member of HCPC. Evidence of having completed some short courses. Has undertaken additional study e.g. dysphagia training, language educators course. Experience & Knowledge
Can manage own caseload with minimal support. Has experience of working with complex cases alongside or with supervision from a highly specialist therapist. Knowledge of current trends in the management of communication and/or swallowing. Experience of work in a variety of settings. Awareness of Total Communication. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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. Address
Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team Leader Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre
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