Senior Speech and Language Therapist

Wirral Community Health and Care; Wallasey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Wallasey is seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to work with children and young people with communication difficulties. The role can be full or part time and involves assessments and interventions in schools and clinics. Candidates must have a Speech and Language Therapy degree and relevant registrations. Competitive salary and developmental opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Strong support network

Free onsite parking

Access to external training

Qualifications

• Requires Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent.
• Must have experience managing complex cases.
• Good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech phonetically.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech, language and communication assessments.
• Work in schools and clinics with children requiring intervention.
• Manage a caseload with a focus on achieving positive outcomes.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to motivate and inspire others

Adaptability to changing environments

Education

Speech and Language Therapy degree

Registered member of RCSLT

Registered member of HCPC

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Our values : Compassion

Supportive and caring, listening to others.

Open

Communicating openly, honestly and sharing ideas.

Trust

Trusted to deliver, feeling valued and safe.

Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust provides high quality community health and care services which are responsive to the needs of our local population. Services are delivered by our dedicated and innovative multi disciplinary professionals and supported by equally committed staff behind the scenes. We strive to continue developing and improving our services by working with and listening to our populations, partners, commissioners and staff.

WCHC offers you a great opportunity to be a part of a talented, passionate and committed team delivering excellent community based services across Cheshire and Merseyside.

Job overview

We are currently seeking applications for various fixed term appointments for full or part time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists.

• month fixed term - full time
• 8 month fixed term (maternity cover) - full or part time
• 5 month fixed term (maternity cover) - full or part time

The role includes speech, language and communication assessment and intervention for children and young people who have an EHCP.

Main duties of the job

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is currently looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to provide support for children and young people who have complex communication difficulties.

The post can either be full or part time and will involve working in schools and clinics with a caseload of children and young people who have a range of speech, language and communication needs and require intervention as part of their EHCP.

Working for our organisation

HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU

• We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times.
• We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions.
• We will provide both clinical and management supervision.
• We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of settings and clinical areas.
• We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role.
• We have free onsite parking.
• We will provide equipment such as a laptop, mobile phone and assessments.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with children and those most proximal to them, to reach positive outcomes. You will have the ability to manage a demanding workload in order to provide an efficient and effective service. You will be a confident, self-directed individual with a strong team focus as well as being able to work independently when required. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills in order to maintain our exceptional standards of care when liaising with patients and both internal and external agencies.

Person specification

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy
• Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal
• Able to work in difficult, distracting environments, with challenging clients and where intense levels of concentration are required
• Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
• Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving
• Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire others
• Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment

Skills & Attributes

Essential criteria

• Can use a variety of assessment techniques
• Can demonstrate an awareness of continuing professional development
• Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Computer skills
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance / audit
• Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation
• Access to transport for work purposes

Qualifications & Professional Training

Essential criteria

• Speech and Language Therapy degree or a recognised equivalent
• Registered member of RCSLT
• Registered member of HCPC
• Evidence of having completed some short courses

Desirable criteria

• Has undertaken additional study dysphagia training, language educators course

Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Can manage own caseload with minimal support
• Has experience of working with complex cases alongside or with supervision from a highly specialist therapist
• Knowledge of current trends in the management of communication and / or swallowing
• Experience of work in a variety of settings
• Awareness of Total Communication

Important Information

By applying for this post you are agreeing to Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are appointed to a post information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record system.

For further information explaining how we use your information in line with GDPR please see our ‘Guidance for applicants’ document under the section 'Additional documentation'.

We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer. WCHC is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of disability, age, sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, maternity / pregnancy, marriage / civil partnership or transgender status. We are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage BAME, LGBTQ+ and disabled applicants and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce and are keen to support reasonable adjustments to support our new and existing staff.

We are proud to support our Armed Forces Community as a Veteran Aware NHS Trust and are pleased to share that we recently achieved Bronze Award accreditation.

Further Information

Closing Dates: Candidates are advised to apply early. The Trust reserves the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received.

Reference Information: Please ensure your application is submitted with referees who can verify your employment / education history over the last three years and include valid business email addresses for them. The Trust will not accept personal references from friends or family.

Salary Expectations: The Trust pays staff in line with national NHS Terms and Conditions. Relevant experience may be considered when salary offers are made. For all part-time positions, salaries are pro‑rata.