Job summary
The post holder will deliver high-quality speech and language therapy services to individuals with Learning Disabilities in Redbridge. Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, diagnosing conditions, and designing personalised treatment plans for clients with diverse presentations and complex conditions. They will manage their own caseload and oversee a designated area of the service independently, with regular clinical supervision provided by the SLT clinical lead. Additionally, they will act as a resource for advice and support. This role involves performing clinical duties autonomously, as well as supervising, educating, and evaluating speech and language therapy students. Participation in evidence-based audit and research projects to enhance both personal and team clinical practices is expected. The post holder will also play a role in recommending changes to practice and may lead the implementation of specific changes or contribute to service protocols under the guidance of the clinical lead or team manager.
The post holder will work within an Integrated Health and Social Services (HASS) Team that is locality base.
Main duties of the job
Conduct thorough assessments of service users with diverse presentations, utilising advanced clinical reasoning and a variety of assessment techniques for accurate diagnosis.
Develop and implement personalised speech and language therapy treatment plans based on evidence-based practice.
Manage specific conditions delegated by the Speech and Language Clinical Lead, providing specialist assessment and treatment plans.
Provide accurate prognoses and comprehensive discharge plans.
Obtain valid consent from service users/carers and involve them in decision making and care planning.
Utilise exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, employing both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to effectively convey complex condition-related information to impaired service users and their caregivers, facilitating the advancement of rehabilitation and treatment programs. This may involve collaborating with interpreters and bilingual SLT colleagues to ensure accessibility for service users whose primary language is not English.
Evaluate service user progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Manage clinical risk within own caseload, adhering to clinical and professional guidelines.
Work independently with support from the SLT Clinical Lead in community and domiciliary settings.
About us
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High-Cost Area Supplement
This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,551 and a maximum payment of £5,735) pro rata for part time staff.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Use of AI
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Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached Document has been uploaded into Internal documents due to size of document.
A note has been uploaded under the Job description .
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate Diploma/Degree/Msc in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Desirable
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience as a Speech and Language Therapist working with Adults with Learning Disabilities OR Experience in relevant or related clinical settings
- Experience of Dysphagia case management in relevant clinical and community settings
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or integrated team
- Experience of giving support to more junior staff, assistance or students
Desirable
- Documented evidence of CPD
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS priorities
- Broad knowledge of best practice examples currently applied in Speech and Language Therapy in ALD or relevant clinical specialism
- Knowledge of current national policies and review relevant to provision of ALD services
- Understand legal responsibilities of the profession and the associated code of ethics
- Awareness of equal opportunities and diversity issues in ALD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate Diploma/Degree/Msc in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT
- Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Desirable
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapist
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post registration experience as a Speech and Language Therapist working with Adults with Learning Disabilities OR Experience in relevant or related clinical settings
- Experience of Dysphagia case management in relevant clinical and community settings
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or integrated team
- Experience of giving support to more junior staff, assistance or students
Desirable
- Documented evidence of CPD
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS priorities
- Broad knowledge of best practice examples currently applied in Speech and Language Therapy in ALD or relevant clinical specialism
- Knowledge of current national policies and review relevant to provision of ALD services
- Understand legal responsibilities of the profession and the associated code of ethics
- Awareness of equal opportunities and diversity issues in ALD
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).
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Community Health & Social Care Fairlop Team
852 Cranbrook Road, Barkingside, IG6 1HZ
Ilford, London
IG6 1HZ
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
