Assistive Tech Specialist: TEC, AAC & Smart Home

Leonard Cheshire; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 33 days

Private health insurance

Family-friendly policies

Flexible benefits

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card

Financial wellbeing support

Learning & development

Long service awards

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire in the North/Northeast region is recruiting for an Assistive Technology Specialist. The role centers on assessing needs, recommending and implementing TEC and AAC solutions to improve independence and quality of life.

You will travel to care services across the North and collaboratively work with care teams and NHS professionals. You will deliver training, review technologies, and contribute to best practice in TEC.

Qualifications

• Experience in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is essential.
• Experience with Speech & Language Therapy or Occupational Therapy environments is ideal.
• Experience researching, assessing, implementing and supporting assistive technology solutions.
• Experience with access methods, mounting solutions and sensory equipment.
• Ability to understand individual needs and identify appropriate technology solutions.
• Ability to deliver training to end users and support teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct person-centred assistive technology assessments.
• Recommend, implement and review TEC solutions.
• Deliver Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems and communication technologies.
• Support the use of smart home and environmental control technologies, including voice-controlled devices.
• Set goals with individuals and adapt solutions as needs change over time.
• Deliver training to individuals, families, support staff and colleagues.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and NHS professionals.
• Provide ongoing support and contribute to assistive technology best practice.

Skills

Technology Enabled Care

Communication skills

Training delivery

Explain complex tech

End-user support

Needs assessment

Job description

Leonard Cheshire in the North/Northeast region is recruiting for an Assistive Technology Specialist. The role centers on assessing needs, recommending and implementing TEC and AAC solutions to improve independence and quality of life.

You will travel to care services across the North and collaboratively work with care teams and NHS professionals. You will deliver training, review technologies, and contribute to best practice in TEC.