Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join our innovative Children's Speech and Language Therapy Team in Wigan. The role will be based around the Leigh, Atherton and Tyldesley areas of the borough and will involve both clinic and home visits. The post holder must be familiar with the local area and be able to travel independently across the Trust.
This is a permanent part time post (30 hours) to be worked across 4 days Monday to Friday between 0900-1700.
A Standard DBS will be obtained during pre-employment checks.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out therapy programmes devised by Speech and Language Therapists.
- The preparation and maintenance of therapy / training materials and equipment.
- To provide support to Speech and Language Therapists
About us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties andresponsibilities
- To work in a supportive role alongside Speech and Language Therapists working with children with communication disorders, including learning disabilities in community, special schools and in childrens homes
- To carry out therapy programmes devised by Speech and Language therapists either with individual children or in small groups, often working individually.
- To assist the therapist in devising and implementing a range of non-verbal communication systems (such as signs or symbols).
- To become proficient in using signs, symbols or other high-tech non-verbal communication systems.
- To become proficient in recognising and treating a range of communication disorders whilst being supported by a Speech and Language Therapist.
- To carry out school and occasionally home visits as identified by a Speech and Language Therapist.
- To provide clerical support preparing, photocopying and maintaining supply of therapy materials/equipment and augmentative communication materials.
- To undergo an initial period of in service training and continue to receive appropriate training.
- To keep Speech and Language Therapists fully informed of a childs progress.
- To maintain accurate clinical records.
- To respect the confidentiality of all information to which she/he has access.
- To maintain departmental quality standards in working practices.
- To submit statistical returns punctually.
- To participate in performance review.
- To attend staff meetings as required.
- To participate in team and departmental projects as required.
- To have a flexible approach in the support of the Speech and Language Therapy team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties andresponsibilities
- To work in a supportive role alongside Speech and Language Therapists working with children with communication disorders, including learning disabilities in community, special schools and in childrens homes
- To carry out therapy programmes devised by Speech and Language therapists either with individual children or in small groups, often working individually.
- To assist the therapist in devising and implementing a range of non-verbal communication systems (such as signs or symbols).
- To become proficient in using signs, symbols or other high-tech non-verbal communication systems.
- To become proficient in recognising and treating a range of communication disorders whilst being supported by a Speech and Language Therapist.
- To carry out school and occasionally home visits as identified by a Speech and Language Therapist.
- To provide clerical support preparing, photocopying and maintaining supply of therapy materials/equipment and augmentative communication materials.
- To undergo an initial period of in service training and continue to receive appropriate training.
- To keep Speech and Language Therapists fully informed of a childs progress.
- To maintain accurate clinical records.
- To respect the confidentiality of all information to which she/he has access.
- To maintain departmental quality standards in working practices.
- To submit statistical returns punctually.
- To participate in performance review.
- To attend staff meetings as required.
- To participate in team and departmental projects as required.
- To have a flexible approach in the support of the Speech and Language Therapy team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths & English or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children aged 0-11
- Experience working with children with communication problems
- Experience working with children with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Able to work independently with regular support
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the knowledge & scope of Speech & Language Therapy
- Awareness of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Knowledge of non-verbal communication systems
Additional
Essential
- Willing to learn and to show initiative
- Non-judgemental approach
- Able to travel independently across the Trust
- Speak English to an appropriate standard
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths & English or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children aged 0-11
- Experience working with children with communication problems
- Experience working with children with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Able to work independently with regular support
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the knowledge & scope of Speech & Language Therapy
- Awareness of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Knowledge of non-verbal communication systems
Additional
Essential
- Willing to learn and to show initiative
- Non-judgemental approach
- Able to travel independently across the Trust
- Speak English to an appropriate standard
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Atherton Health Centre
Nelson Street, Atherton
Manchester
M46 0LE
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)