Job summary
We are please to offer an exciting opportunity for a Fixed Term Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to work in Somerset Bridge Primary School in Bridgwater. Hours are 25 hours / week over five days and term time only which would be ideal for any experienced SLTs who need to work around childcare. It is a one year contract initially but there is potential for this to be extended.
The successful applicant will be supported by the Children and Young People's Therapy Service (CYPTS) within Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The service comprises Paediatric Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists as well as Therapy Support Practitioners and Administrators.
Main duties of the job
The post will involve working with a school age caseload assessing, diagnosing and managing interventions for children and young people with a range of communication difficulties.
Induction, ongoing line management and clinical supervision will be provided by the Children and Young People's Therapy Service Bridgwater Team.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will be able to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Working within Somerset Bridge Primary School
- Assessment and diagnosis of children with speech, language and communication difficulties
- Preparing and delivering intervention plans in school
- Supporting early intervention programmes in school
- Providing training to staff around aspects of speech, language and communication
- Linking with CYPTS SLT colleagues to provide excellent Health and Education support for children and families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Working within Somerset Bridge Primary School
- Assessment and diagnosis of children with speech, language and communication difficulties
- Preparing and delivering intervention plans in school
- Supporting early intervention programmes in school
- Providing training to staff around aspects of speech, language and communication
- Linking with CYPTS SLT colleagues to provide excellent Health and Education support for children and families.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Recognised degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- HPC registration and RCSLT registration
Desirable
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of current Educational and National Curriculum issues
- Up to date theoretical knowledge
- Proven experience of Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy
- Experience of training others
- Experience of supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi agency teams
Planning and Organising Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Experience of working independently and autonomously
- Flexible and adaptable
Communication Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good standard of literacy / English language skills
- High standards of written communication skills with ability to use email and internet
Other
Essential
- Full driving licence and access to a car for business
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Recognised degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- HPC registration and RCSLT registration
Desirable
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of current Educational and National Curriculum issues
- Up to date theoretical knowledge
- Proven experience of Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy
- Experience of training others
- Experience of supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi agency teams
Planning and Organising Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Experience of working independently and autonomously
- Flexible and adaptable
Communication Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good standard of literacy / English language skills
- High standards of written communication skills with ability to use email and internet
Other
Essential
- Full driving licence and access to a car for business
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
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).
