Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist

NHS; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join their integrated therapy team. This role involves delivering high-quality therapy to children and young people with diverse needs across various settings. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload while supporting junior staff, ensuring the best therapeutic outcomes through evidence-based practices. The organization offers flexible shifts and numerous opportunities for career progression, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Access to Learning & Development opportunities

Paid annual leave

Wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Understanding of diverse needs of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard speech and language therapy care to children and young people.
• Manage own caseload and support junior staff in planning interventions.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Problem-solving skills

Independence of judgment

Evidence-based principles

Education

Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree

Job description

The BHFT CYPIT service is an integrated Children's Therapy service, shaped around the needs of the child and family. We are structured within integrated teams, based around a locality area of Berkshire, and work closely together where appropriate, to ensure we have the greatest therapeutic impact, working either directly or through other people.

Main duties of the job

1. Work as part of the Children and Young People's Integrated Therapy team under the direction of a Band 7 Operational Lead. You will function as an autonomous clinician with a role in supporting the delivery of the new CYPF model.
2. Take responsibility for the planning and management of your own caseload and interventions, and support/supervise the planning of caseload management of Band 5 and other junior staff members within the designated locality area.
3. Deliver a high standard of speech and language therapy care to children and young people, including those with complex needs. This could be in various settings, including clinics, early years settings, homes, mainstream schools, and special schools. You will demonstrate high-level problem-solving, reasoning skills, and independence of judgment, using evidence-based and person-centered principles.
4. Contribute to our integrated model of service delivery and the development of integrated working.
5. Ensure effective outcome measures and evidence-based feedback are provided to evaluate therapeutic input.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at placing people in caring roles. Every year, we help thousands of NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression: Access to Learning & Development opportunities to take on new roles and challenges.

Work-life Balance: Flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources, and paid annual leave.

Opportunity & Access: Over 50 partner NHS Trusts, providing flexibility in where and how you work.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a detailed breakdown of the duties and responsibilities of this role.

Person Specification

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
• An understanding of the diverse needs of children and young people.

Travel

• A car is needed for community work.

Qualifications

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
• Registered with HCPC.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.