Clinical Lead Speech And Language Therapist

Wirral Community Health And Care Nhs Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist to support children in mainstream schools. The role involves leading service developments in Wirral primary schools and supervising team members.

The post holder will work with junior staff, provide second opinions for children with complex needs and drive quality improvement projects. A HCPC registration and SLT degree are required, with access to a car essential.

Qualifications

• SLT degree or recognised equivalent.
• Registered member of RCSLT.
• Registered member of HCPC.
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses.

Responsibilities

• Lead on service developments within Wirral primary schools.
• Supervise other members of the team.
• Provide leadership, supervision and delegation within the team.
• Lead quality improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

CPD

Auditory discrimination

IT skills

Driving

Education

SLT degree or recognised equivalent

Registered with RCSLT

Registered with HCPC

Specialist short courses

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking applications for a Band 7 Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for supporting children within the mainstream school setting.

The role will involve leading on service developments within Wirral primary schools and supervising other members of the team working within schools.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a dynamic Speech and Language Therapist with excellent communication skills to join our Children's Community Speech and Language Therapy team. The role will involve leading on service developments and supervising other members of the team.

The post holder will work closely with all other members of the team, including more junior employees, where they will be expected to lead, supervise and delegate. The post holder will have experience working with children and young people within primary schools and will be confident in providing second opinions for children presenting with complex speech, language and communication needs. The post holder will demonstrate the ability to lead quality improvement projects.

You must have a Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification, be registered with the HCPC, and have relevant experience. The ability to drive and have access to a car is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a proactive, friendly Speech and Language Therapy service with regular clinical team meetings and personal development planning to meet CPD needs, and with regular access to supervision. This is a forward thinking, driven team who are always looking for ways to improve the service and think creatively about intervention and different ways of working.

How we will support you

• We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing.
• We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions.
• We will provide both clinical and management supervision.
• We will provide opportunities to develop skills across a range of areas.
• We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role.

Essential qualifications

• SLT degree or recognised equivalent
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Registered member of HCPC
• Evidence of successful completion of specialist short courses

Essential experience

• Minimum of 3 years qualified with relevant specialist experience
• Experience of supervising / mentoring junior staff / students
• Experience of training others in specialist area

Essential skills and attributes

• Can demonstrate continuing professional development
• Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech
• Competent computer skills and ability to utilise Information Technology
• Able to demonstrate good leadership and the abilities to motivate others
• Access to a car for work purposes

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate study
• Experience of project management

Contract

Fixed term, 12 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Pay scheme: Agenda for change, Band 7

Reference number: 844-8203181

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.