Assistive Technology Specialist: AAC & TEC, Travel Required

Leonard Cheshire; Belsay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card discounts

Financial wellbeing support

Learning and development

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire based at Bradbury Court in Newcastle-upon-Tyne is seeking an Assistive Technologist - AAC to assess and implement assistive technology with individuals and care teams, and to travel to northern services as needed.

You'll support TEC and AAC solutions, deliver training, and regularly review technologies to meet changing needs, helping people achieve their goals and live more independently.

Qualifications

• Experience in TEC and delivering home automation and environmental Assistive technologies.
• Background in Assistive Technology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or similar.
• Experience researching, assessing, implementing and supporting assistive technology solutions.
• Strong knowledge of AAC systems.
• Experience with access methods, mounting solutions and sensory equipment.
• Ability to assess individual needs and identify appropriate technology solutions.
• Experience delivering training to end users and support teams.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

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, 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

AAC knowledge

Training delivery

Communication skills

Education

Background in AT / S&LT / OT

Tools

TEC solutions

Environmental control tech

Job description

Leonard Cheshire based at Bradbury Court in Newcastle-upon-Tyne is seeking an Assistive Technologist - AAC to assess and implement assistive technology with individuals and care teams, and to travel to northern services as needed.

You'll support TEC and AAC solutions, deliver training, and regularly review technologies to meet changing needs, helping people achieve their goals and live more independently.