Job summary
Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist (ALD Team)
Chippenham Community Hospital
22.5hrs per week - Permanent
An exciting opportunity has
arisen for a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to become part of our
community team working with adults with a learning disability (ALD). We are looking for an enthusiastic SLT who
would like to gain experience in supporting patients with a range of communication
and/or swallowing difficulties. This part time (22.5 hours per week) post
offers the opportunity to work with an ALD caseload.
Main duties of the job
The role will focus initially on working with a wide range
of communication difficulties. Development of dysphagia skills will also be an
essential part of the role over time, with appropriate clinical supervision
from specialist colleagues. Candidates with post-graduate dysphagia training
would be supported with these skills.
The post holder should be keen
to working collaboratively within a team, possess excellent communication
skills and a desire to learn and develop.
We have a robust system of supervision and provide CPD
opportunities throughout the year. Clinical supervision will be available from
specialist colleagues in both the ALD and joint working practises are actively
encouraged.
If you would like an informal chat about this post please
contact Sam Dicks, Head of SLT on 07900 497181 or s.dicks@nhs.net.
About us
Wiltshire Health and Care provides community based health
services, enabling people to live healthy independent lives. Our Vision is to enable people to live independant and fulfilling lives for as long as possible. We are an NHS
partnership organisation, focused entirely on delivering quality health and
care to the people of Wiltshire - not on making a profit.
There has never been a better time to join us. Community
services are expanding as part of the NHS Long Term Plan and the population of
Wiltshire has never needed the energy, enthusiasm and commitment of our
community-focused teams more than now. You will join a friendly and supportive
team who live our values of Quality, Integrity, Partnership and Change, which
were developed with our staff, patients and carers.
If you already live in or near Wiltshire, youll know that
it is a great place to live and work: rolling countryside, bustling market
towns and vibrant city life combined with excellent transport links and good
schools. If you are looking to move to the area, we offer local employment and
a chance to play a crucial role as part of your new community straight away.
What are you waiting for?!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached
Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the
role and to access the full person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached
Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the
role and to access the full person specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate empathy, support and reassurance to individuals who have a communication and/or swallowing impairment and with their carers and families.
- Able to communicate clearly, directly and honestly, in an open manner.
- Have a good awareness of self and of others.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent qualification).
- Licence to practice from Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, which is issued following attainment of degree as well as the successful completion of clinical placements
- Registration with Health and Care Professions Council
- Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and evidence of own professional development
- Have some knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines
Desirable
- Have post graduate dysphagia training
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate empathy, support and reassurance to individuals who have a communication and/or swallowing impairment and with their carers and families.
- Able to communicate clearly, directly and honestly, in an open manner.
- Have a good awareness of self and of others.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent qualification).
- Licence to practice from Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, which is issued following attainment of degree as well as the successful completion of clinical placements
- Registration with Health and Care Professions Council
- Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and evidence of own professional development
- Have some knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines
Desirable
- Have post graduate dysphagia training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
