Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 34.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

NHS benefits

Wellbeing support

Regular supervision

Zusammenfassung

We are seeking 3 motivated Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists to join our Children's SLT team in Sutton on a 5-month fixed-term basis. These posts aim to increase capacity, reduce waiting times and improve access to assessment and intervention for children with speech, language and communication needs.

You will manage a varied paediatric caseload, deliver individual and group therapy, write reports and work closely with families and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Qualifikationen

• Independent paediatric caseload management.
• Assessment and evidence-based intervention for paediatric speech and language needs.
• Delivery of individual and group therapy programmes.
• Development and implementation of clear care plans based on assessment findings.
• Written reports, recommendations and therapy targets.
• Monitor, review and evaluate intervention using outcomes.

Aufgaben

• Manage a caseload of children with speech and language needs.
• Assess, diagnose and provide intervention.
• Deliver individual and group therapy as appropriate.
• Develop and implement care plans from assessments.
• Provide reports and therapy targets.
• Monitor intervention outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Paediatric experience

Clinical assessment

Group therapy

Written reports

Tools

Electronic records

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking 3 motivated Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists to join our friendly and supportive Children's Speech and Language Therapy team on a 5-month fixed-term basis. These additional posts have been created to increase clinical capacity, reduce waiting times and improve access to assessment and intervention for children in Sutton. You will manage a varied paediatric caseload, carrying out assessments, delivering individual and group therapy, writing reports and working closely with families and multidisciplinary colleagues. The majority of the caseload will involve preschool and primary-aged children with speech, language and communication needs. This is an excellent opportunity for therapists with experience in paediatrics who enjoy direct clinical work and want to make a tangible impact by helping children access support sooner. In return, we offer regular clinical supervision and peer support along with the chance to work within a welcoming and experienced team committed to delivering high-quality care. If you are organised, flexible and passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people, we would love to hear from you. These posts are offered on a fixed-term basis as part of a transformation project to reduce wait times within the service. The funding for these roles is time-limited, and the contract will therefore be offered on a fixed-term basis. These posts will end when the fixed-term period expires (31 March 2027).,

• To independently manage a caseload of children with speech, language and communication needs.
• To assess, diagnose and provide evidence-based intervention for children presenting with a range of communication difficulties.
• To deliver individual and group therapy programmes as appropriate.
• To develop and implement clear and effective care plans based on assessment findings.
• To provide written reports, recommendations and therapy targets in accordance with professional and local standards.
• To monitor, review and evaluate intervention using appropriate outcome measures.
• To provide advice, support and training to parents, carers, educational staff and other professionals.
• To communicate complex clinical information in a clear and sensitive manner.
• To work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support positive outcomes for children and families.
• To maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records. This role gives you the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and confidence with the support of a close-knit team. We'll support you with:
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities through in service training and peer supervision.
• Clinical supervision
• A collaborative, friendly MDT environment.
• NHS benefits, discounts and wellbeing support.