Paediatric Speech Language Therapist - Northamptonshire

NHS Jobs; Towcester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs is recruiting a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to support children in Northamptonshire. You will work with children and young people, contributing to education and SEND settings, and collaborate with families and schools to embed effective communication strategies.

The role involves AAC assessment and training, developing practical therapy programmes, and reporting progress. Experience with feeding/swallowing supports is desirable and you will work both independently and as

Qualifications

• Qualified Speech and Language Therapist (Paediatric)
• Experience in education or SEND settings preferred
• Experience with paediatric speech, language and communication needs
• AAC assessment, implementation and training desirable
• Ability to support children with feeding, eating and swallowing needs is a plus
• Confident communicator with families and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Work with children and young people to support speech, language and communication goals
• Collaborate with schools, families and multidisciplinary teams
• Develop practical strategies to embed communication needs into daily environments
• Produce clear reports, recommendations and therapy programmes
• Lead AAC assessment, implementation and training where needed
• Support feeding, eating and swallowing needs where appropriate

Skills

Paediatric SLT

Clinical communication

Family collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Paediatric Speech Language Therapist - Northamptonshire

We are looking for a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with experience working with children and young people, ideally within education or SEND settings. You will ideally have experience in: Paediatric speech, language and communication needs. Working with children with complex developmental needs. AAC assessment, implementation and training. Supporting children with significant communication difficulties. Working collaboratively with schools, families and multidisciplinary teams. Developing practical strategies that can be embedded into a child's everyday environment. Producing clear reports, recommendations and therapy programmes. Supporting children with feeding, eating and/or swallowing needs would be desirable. You will be a confident communicator who can build positive relationships with children, families and professionals, while working independently and managing your own clinical responsibilities.