Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Band 5
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Hydref 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | £34,867.00 i £42,376.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £34867.00 - £42376.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Tadworth, KT20 5RU |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | B0474-25-0129 |
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Clinical Skills and Responsibilities Provide high quality, evidence-based speech and language therapy provision for children and young people attending The Childrens Trust Neurorehabilitation and step-down services, in partnership with other members of the Multidisciplinary Team Undertake speech and language therapy assessments of children through standardised and non-standardised assessments and clinical observations. Devise individualised, speech and language therapy programmes/strategies that fit within the childs daily routine, whether to be carried out by parents or members of the Multidisciplinary Team with the support of senior Speech and Language Therapists. These should be monitored, evaluated, and adjusted appropriately according to the needs of the child. Develop therapy goals, in collaboration with the child and family/carers, as well as the multidisciplinary and education teams, other health professionals and agencies, to facilitate the participation of the child in their life skills. Facilitate and support discussion around outcomes as part of the child or young persons intervention plan and support the multidisciplinary and education teams with measuring short-term targets, through using the therapy outcome measurement tools e.g., Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS). Complete childrens outcomes as part of our NHS England national contract including FIM FAM, Rehabilitation complexity scale, in a timely fashion Keep appropriate and accurate intervention records, fulfilling legal, professional and all other requirements of The Childrens Trust. Contribute to child related reports include in a timely manner in line with organisational targets. Support the delivery of 24-hour rehabilitation helping to embed speech language communication needs across the day Work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team, as well as the child and family, to provide a fully integrated approach to the overall management of the child. Provide clinical cover across the service during episodes of staff shortage/heavy workload, in order to ensure effective service delivery. Work flexibly in terms of hours, including the ability to work an early evening (weekly) and one weekend day, per calendar month. Contribute to an environment that facilitates participation and wellbeing during mealtimes and support eating drinking and swallowing in accordance with clinical skills. Boundaries. Competencies Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Communication Develop effective communication strategies with children/young people (applying the principles of total communication approach). Facilitate effective communication with families & members of the Multidisciplinary Team. Maintain clear and concise documents and records, in accordance with The Childrens Trust policies and professional standards as set by HCPC Ensure documents are managed confidentially at all times. Attend regular meetings with the multidisciplinary team, to discuss individual children/ young people and service in general, as required e.g., meetings, Grand Round, clinics. Management of Self and Others To provide support and supervision for volunteers within area of responsibility, providing motivation and support to achieve key objectives. To participate in the annual Performance Development Review and monthly supervision sessions as required by The Childrens Trust, both as appraiser and appraisee. To manage time effectively, ensuring they prioritise their workload appropriately and delegate work as required, referring to line manager for support as required To work closely with specialist and highly specialist & specialist therapists and multi-disciplinary technicians, seeking advice, supervision, and support as needed. Governance Reads and implements all policies, procedures, and risk assessments pertinent to working practice and keeps up to date with policy changes as they occur. Critically evaluate practice (with support) through clinical audit findings, combined with knowledge of evidence-based practice and identify opportunities for service improvement and development. Critically reflect on own performance and that of other staff, and use this evaluation to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of future practice. Career Long Learning, Education and Research Undertake all mandatory training, in line with The Childrens Trust policy. Prepare appropriately for Performance Development Reviews, identifying learning objectives and setting targets; identify opportunities for professional development in order to meet continuing professional development requirements. Actively seek personal educational developmental opportunities, through attending off-site courses and events, in-house training sessions, contact and involvement with relevant special interest groups and external organisations, and updating knowledge through Literature Reviews. Participate in in-service competency training programmes and teaching sessions, as appropriate. Actively contribute to own competency needs for example newly qualified practitioner competencies Limits of Authority and Problem Solving In addition to The Childrens Trust policies, the Speech and Language Therapist is governed by, and should adhere to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of Proficiency for speech and language therapists and the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists Quality Assurance Standards. Day to day decisions regarding caseload. Co-working clinical cases with Specialist / Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist or Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Support the Speech and Language Therapy Team in delivery of an effective service. Responsible for day-to-day time management and prioritisation of workload taking into account the needs of the whole service. Monthly formal supervision. Professionalism Takes action and raises concerns. Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust. Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times. Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times. Health and Safety Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures. Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post. Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training. Promotes the health and safety of others. Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed. Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and other.