Job summary
We are looking for a suitably qualified Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly community based SLT team. You will be offered professional leadership; support from our Assistant; a robust induction; preceptorship if newly qualified; personal development plan identifying CPD needs; part of a wider SLT and AHP network with opportunities to join clinical network and research forums.
We are looking for a flexible and self-motivated individual to work alongside our team, which is comprised of a Band 7 Clinical Lead, Band 6 Specialist SLT and a Band 4 Assistant.
You will be highly motivated and a conscientious team player with excellent communication and analytical skills gained through previous experience. You will have the opportunity to manage patients with progressive neurological conditions such as Parkinsons, MS, Huntingtons and Dementia amongst other neurological conditions.
Main duties of the job
- To manage a defined caseload under indirect supervision using evidence based principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
- To deliver the service in an appropriate environment, e.g. patient homes, day centres, work places, clinics, residential homes.
- To maintain clinical records in line with policy.
- To participate in and initiate continued professional development activities.
- To work as an effective team member.
- To carry out other specific delegated tasks to support the delivery of the Adult Community Speech and Language Therapy service.
About us
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- Current professional registration with HCPC as Speech and Language Therapist and responsibility for maintaining this registration Pre-reg Dysphagia Competencies at entry level
Desirable
- Able to convey ideas and advise clearly, concisely and with conviction in a persuasive manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Have knowledge of relevant clinical conditions and their presentations
- Have knowledge of relevant legislation
- To understand the principles of Clinical Governance and its relevance to the post
- Have knowledge of assessments (including standardised assessments) used by a Speech and Language Therapist and the ability to apply them in clinical practice
- Have knowledge of appropriate treatment techniques and the ability to apply them in clinical practice
Experience
Essential
- Have clinically relevant experience at under-graduate level (e.g as a Therapy Assistant)
- Have experience of collaborative cross disciplinary/agency working
- To have an up-to-date CPD portfolio that evidences learning
- To have experience of working without direct supervision in an under-graduate role
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Have the ability to manage a defined caseload under supervision of a senior therapist
- Have the ability to communicate information about the Speech and Language Therapy process verbally and in writing to client families/carers, and other agencies
- Have skills in delegation and an ability to supervise the work of others
- Understand and apply the principals of interdisciplinary working Be able to establish and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, patients and carers
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- Current professional registration with HCPC as Speech and Language Therapist and responsibility for maintaining this registration Pre-reg Dysphagia Competencies at entry level
Desirable
- Able to convey ideas and advise clearly, concisely and with conviction in a persuasive manner
Knowledge
Essential
- Have knowledge of relevant clinical conditions and their presentations
- Have knowledge of relevant legislation
- To understand the principles of Clinical Governance and its relevance to the post
- Have knowledge of assessments (including standardised assessments) used by a Speech and Language Therapist and the ability to apply them in clinical practice
- Have knowledge of appropriate treatment techniques and the ability to apply them in clinical practice
Experience
Essential
- Have clinically relevant experience at under-graduate level (e.g as a Therapy Assistant)
- Have experience of collaborative cross disciplinary/agency working
- To have an up-to-date CPD portfolio that evidences learning
- To have experience of working without direct supervision in an under-graduate role
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Have the ability to manage a defined caseload under supervision of a senior therapist
- Have the ability to communicate information about the Speech and Language Therapy process verbally and in writing to client families/carers, and other agencies
- Have skills in delegation and an ability to supervise the work of others
- Understand and apply the principals of interdisciplinary working Be able to establish and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, patients and carers
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
