Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 6 Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist. In this role, you'll manage your own caseload of children with complex communication needs, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and a passion for supporting children with complex needs. The role offers flexible working options and excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days' annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing tools and services

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with complex needs.
• A car driver with UK licence to travel between community sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of children and young people with complex communication needs.
• Deliver assessment, therapy, and intervention planning.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Assessment and intervention planning

Education

Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, registered with HCPC

Significant post-qualification experience (more than 2 years)

Job description

Overview

Our Children and Young People\u2019s Integrated Therapies (CYPIT) West team have upcoming opportunities for Band 6 Paediatric Speech & Language Therapists. In this role you\u2019ll:

• Support children with a broad range of complex needs - for example autism, cerebral palsy and rare genetic conditions.
• Work in a handful of special schools and resource bases across Wokingham, Reading and West Berkshire, partnering closely with teaching staff and families to build strong relationships and deliver meaningful, child-centred care.
• Be part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists and assistants

Our CYPIT service supports children & young people from birth to 19 across Berkshire. We provide integrated therapy services with easy access to care and web-based advice. We\u2019re committed to family-centred, joined-up support - you\u2019ll play an active part in shaping how we work across our settings. You\u2019ll have previously worked with children with additional needs - whether that\u2019s in specialist settings or supporting children in mainstream schools. Ready to join our enthusiastic and forward-thinking team? We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, applications are processed as they are received, so vacancies may close early.

Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist who is passionate about working with children with complex needs? Are you looking to develop your skills in a supportive, multi-disciplinary community team?

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of children and young people (aged 4-19) with complex communication needs.
• Deliver assessment, therapy, intervention planning and training in special schools and resource bases.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside OTs, physios and education staff.
• Contribute to EHCP processes and provide clear clinical documentation and reports.
• Deliver impactful training to school staff and families.
• Provide supervision and guidance to Band 5 SLTs, assistants or students.
• Use the Care Aims approach to ensure interventions are effective and outcomes-focused.
• Regular travel to our community locations across Wokingham, Reading and West Berkshire.
• Opportunities for hybrid working and flexibility where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist, registered with HCPC
• Significant post-qualification experience (generally more than 2 years)
• Experience working with children with complex needs and good understanding of SEND processes
• A car driver with UK licence (or the equivalent ability to travel between community sites efficiently)

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About Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated \u201coutstanding\u201d by the CQC, we\u2019re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we\u2019re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days\' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• \u2018Cycle to Work\u2019 and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust site