Early Autism Assessment Speech & Language Specialist

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to enhance early autism diagnosis through high-quality assessments. The role involves working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams, using evidence-based tools to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective support plans. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, with a passion for child development. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated to work with children and their families/carers.
• Enthusiastic team member.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality communication assessments to identify early indicators of autism.
• Work closely with families, providing guidance and support.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team for accurate diagnoses.
• Administer evidence-based assessment tools and provide insightful reports.
• Champion early intervention strategies for communication and social development.
• Coordinate care with community speech and language therapy teams.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

A regional healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to enhance early autism diagnosis through high-quality assessments. The role involves working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams, using evidence-based tools to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective support plans. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organisational skills, with a passion for child development. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.