Senior Speech and Language Therapist

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join their dynamic team in Doncaster. This role presents a unique opportunity to work with children facing language difficulties, providing tailored assessments and therapeutic services. As part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to resource and training development while ensuring high standards of care. The organization values research and professional development, fostering a supportive environment for therapists. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and possess the necessary qualifications, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in speech sciences or medical sciences required.
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech and language therapy services for children with language disorders.
• Manage own caseload with assessments, treatment, and advice.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Observation Skills

Listening Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Reflective Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Speech Sciences

Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Completion of RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner Goals

HCPC Registration

Tools

AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)

Job description

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Senior Speech and Language Therapist, Doncaster

Client:

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

4d77a1d07b7c

Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

The Doncaster and Bassetlaw Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Service is looking to recruit an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to be part of our mainstream schools team. They would consider the post as a Band 5 to Band 6 development opportunity for the right candidate.

This role offers the opportunity to develop assessment and therapeutic skills, working with children aged 5 and above with primary language difficulties.

The successful candidate will deliver speech and language therapy services for children and young people with language disorders within the Doncaster community. Responsibilities include independent assessments, treatment, and developing tailored care programs. They will be an integral part of the schools team, contributing to resource and training development.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to:

• Be a qualified clinician within their speciality
• Provide clinical expertise supporting high standards of therapeutic care
• Manage own caseload with assessments, management, treatment, and advice
• Collaborate with health, social care, and other agencies
• Use resources efficiently
• Contribute to service development
• Ensure Clinical Governance is integrated into service delivery
• Represent the Therapy Team and support the development of the wider service

Working for our organisation

The Speech and Language Therapy Service comprises 28 therapists and assistants across multiple pathways, delivering high-quality paediatric care. Team leads and clinical specialists provide operational and clinical support, with supervision available for all staff.

The department offers research opportunities, including participation in Health Education England schemes, with a successful track record in research applications.

Our organisation values align with our strategic objectives, and we seek staff who share these values.

Person specification

Organisational Skills

• Good organisational skills

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent observation, listening, and empathy skills
• Negotiation and problem-solving abilities
• Strong analytical and reflective skills
• Teamwork ability
• Adaptability to change

Qualifications/Training

• Degree in speech sciences or medical sciences (BSc or MSc)
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Completion of RCSLT Newly Qualified Practitioner Goals
• HCPC registration

Experience

• Experience with paediatric caseloads
• Experience with assessment tools and therapeutic interventions
• Experience working with children with language difficulties and DLD
• Experience with AAC, e.g., symbols, communication boards
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams