Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team at Macclesfield District General Hospital.
You will join our welcoming and forward thinking team to deliver high quality care to patients with communication and swallowing disorders in the hospital acute ward setting. You will have experience of working with adults with a range of complex conditions and be competent in the assessment and management of dysphagia and communication disorders. Enthusiastic and motivated, you will be confident liaising with a range of health care professionals and foster effective MDT working.
On successful application, you will join a well-established, friendly team with a wide range of expertise. We operate out of one office in Macclesfield District General Hospital so you will be well supported in a nurturing team environment. Our priority is on patient centred, holistic care and we understand the importance of supporting staff to develop their skills and interests.
Hours per week: 15
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary -
To work as an autonomous clinician to provide specialist speech and language therapy to a high standard through appropriate assessment, and accurate analysis and clinical reasoning in order to interpret, diagnose as appropriate, set goals and provide treatment for patients with a range of complex neurological, head and neck and long term conditions delivering therapy in the most appropriate environment for the patient e.g. in-patient wards, outpatient clinic, home, nursing homes.
To use specialist knowledge and skills to contribute to the multidisciplinary case management to ensure appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required embracing neighbourhood team philosophies.
To support and contribute to the operational delivery of specialist services and the development of initiatives, ensuring consistent service delivery with other clinical specialist services.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC (Health and Care Professional Council) registration
- Relevant professional degree /diploma
- Attendance at degree level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level
- Clinical educator training
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area
Desirable
- Knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT Skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff & members of the MDT (multi-disciplinary team)
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Proven post registration experience of working with patients with a range of neurological and long term conditions
- Knowledge and experience of administering and interpreting a range of standardised and non-standardised assessments and individualised interventions relevant to the client group
- Post basic qualifications in dysphagia or equivalent knowledge and experience
- Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
Desirable
- Videofluroscopy assessment skills
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC (Health and Care Professional Council) registration
- Relevant professional degree /diploma
- Attendance at degree level post graduate courses relevant to the specialist area or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level
- Clinical educator training
Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area
Desirable
- Knowledge of the service / trust values & objectives
Skills
Essential
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
- Advanced communication and listening skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Audit skills
- Ability to prioritise workload, achieving a balance between clinical and other aspects of role
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT Skills
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff & members of the MDT (multi-disciplinary team)
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Proven post registration experience of working with patients with a range of neurological and long term conditions
- Knowledge and experience of administering and interpreting a range of standardised and non-standardised assessments and individualised interventions relevant to the client group
- Post basic qualifications in dysphagia or equivalent knowledge and experience
- Proven ability to manage complex rehabilitation issues and ensure safe and timely discharge of patients
Desirable
- Videofluroscopy assessment skills
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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).
