Assistive Tech Therapist: Boost Independence & AAC
Leonard Cheshire
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Job summary
Leonard Cheshire’s Assistive Technology team is seeking a capable technologist to help people live independently by assessing needs and implementing assistive technologies. Based at the South East Regional AT Hub in Bromley, you will collaborate with care teams, local authorities, and NHS professionals to tailor TEC solutions.
You will deliver training, review technologies as needs evolve, and travel across the UK to support services from Bromley to Hitchin and beyond.
Qualifications
- Experience in Technology Enabled Care (TEC), Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or a similar specialist support environment.
- Ability to assess individual needs and identify appropriate technology solutions.
- Experience in delivering home automation/environmental Assistive technologies is essential
- Strong knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems.
- Experience with access methods, mounting solutions and sensory equipment.
- Experience delivering training to end users and support teams.
- Excellent communication and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK.
Responsibilities
- Conduct person-centred assistive technology assessments.
- Recommend, implement, and review TEC solutions.
- Deliver AAC systems and communication technologies.
- Support the use of smart home and environmental control technologies.
- 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
Job description
Leonard Cheshire’s Assistive Technology team is seeking a capable technologist to help people live independently by assessing needs and implementing assistive technologies. Based at the South East Regional AT Hub in Bromley, you will collaborate with care teams, local authorities, and NHS professionals to tailor TEC solutions.
You will deliver training, review technologies as needs evolve, and travel across the UK to support services from Bromley to Hitchin and beyond.
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