Lead Specialist SLT - Children's Community Therapy

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in Knowsley. The role involves delivering high-quality assessments and interventions for children with speech, language, and communication needs. Key responsibilities include leading the therapy service, supervising other therapists, and providing training to staff. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in clinical practice, with a commitment to improving service quality. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact children's therapy services and support team development.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing speech and language therapy for children.
• Strong ability to develop and implement therapy care plans.
• Proficient in clinical supervision and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and interventions.
• Support development of the Speech and Language Therapy service.
• Deliver training and advice to staff across various settings.
• Supervise and manage a team of therapists.
• Contribute to the development of clinical models and outcome measures.

Skills

Consultation skills

Specialist assessment

Intervention strategies

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist in Knowsley. The role involves delivering high-quality assessments and interventions for children with speech, language, and communication needs. Key responsibilities include leading the therapy service, supervising other therapists, and providing training to staff. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in clinical practice, with a commitment to improving service quality. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact children's therapy services and support team development.