Assistive Tech Specialist – TEC & AAC Solutions

Leonard Cheshire; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Flexible benefits Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card discounts

Financial wellbeing support

Learning and development opportunities

Long service awards

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire's Northern Regional Assistive Technology Hub in Newcastle-upon-Tyne will be the main base for this role, with travel to northern care services. You will assess needs, implement TEC solutions and train individuals, families and care teams to improve independence.

Join a dedicated specialist team delivering life-changing technology that helps people communicate and achieve goals. A background in AT or related therapies and experience with AAC and TEC are essential.

Qualifications

• Background in Assistive Technology or related therapy fields.
• Experience researching, assessing and supporting assistive tech.
• Knowledge of AAC systems.
• Experience with access methods and sensory equipment.
• Ability to assess needs and identify suitable tech.
• Experience delivering training to users and staff.
• Strong ability to explain technical concepts to non-tech audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct person-centred assistive technology assessments
• Recommend, implement and review Technology Enabled Care (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

Assistive Technology knowledge

AAC systems experience

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Job description

Leonard Cheshire's Northern Regional Assistive Technology Hub in Newcastle-upon-Tyne will be the main base for this role, with travel to northern care services. You will assess needs, implement TEC solutions and train individuals, families and care teams to improve independence.

Join a dedicated specialist team delivering life-changing technology that helps people communicate and achieve goals. A background in AT or related therapies and experience with AAC and TEC are essential.