Job summary
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is excited to offer a new role training as an apprentice to become a registered Speech and Language Therapist on the Isle of Wight. The Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and highly motivated individual to join our busy, varied and exciting team, to support and provide care to patients in relevant need on the Isle of Wight. As an apprentice, you will be given clinical training in areas including patient assessment, treatment and evaluation, as well as the non-clinical elements of governance, research and audit.
There is a commitment to attend the University of Sheffield remotely. There may be a requirement to travel to mainland services to complete clinical placement. There will be protected time during the working week for the successful student to study and attend online lectures. After successful completion of the 4-year programme, the apprentice will become a qualified Speech and Language Therapist with ongoing employment as a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist in the Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service
*This job may close early if high volume of applications are received, please do not delay your application*
Main duties of the job
Job purpose
To work as an apprentice towards being a qualified Speech and Language Therapist by developing both clinical and theoretical knowledge and skills.
To provide a high standard of Speech and Language Therapy for The Isle of Wight NHS Trust, putting the client's needs at the core of care
Job statement
- To complete 4 Year University led BSc Speech and Language Therapy Apprenticeship and to obtain HCPC registration.
- To develop the knowledge and skills required of a Speech and Language Therapist as listed in the job description.
- To attend the mandatory weekly academic attendance at the selected Higher Education Institute (HEI).
- To engage in the mandatory minimum 20% directed and self-directed study, either locally at the apprenticeship placement or at a Trust hub.
- To engage with the learning, clinical training and portfolio activities, and discussions with allocated mentors and assessor.
About us
Across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight healthcare services are evolving and transforming to meet the continuing care needs of our population. Now is a very exciting time to join Isle of Wight NHS Trust as we enter this period of change.
This year Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have strengthened our partnership and formed a group giving us an opportunity to work together to be innovative in improving patient care and outcomes as well as improving the experience and opportunities for our people across the two organisations.
We have also been working with other local NHS Trusts across our region to create a new organisation, bringing together all community, mental health and learning disability services from across Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Subject to approvals, the aim is for the new Trust - Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - to be formed by April 2024.
People employed in our community, mental health and learning disability services by the Isle of Wight NHS Trust on 31 March 2024, will transfer to the new organisation under Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) on 1 April 2024.
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust will continue to deliver both acute and ambulance services for the island population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will need to have a flexible approach to service provision which may involve evenings and weekends.
Applicants will need to meet the below entry level requirements to apply:
- Evidence of level 3 study or equivalent
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- Access to HE Diploma: Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit
OR
OR
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- BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in a healthcare or science subject
other, equivalent Level 3 qualifications may be accepted. Contact us if you have any questions about your qualifications.
- Three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language. Level 2 equivalent qualifications (eg, Functional Skills) are also accepted but must have been achieved at the point of enrolment.
For more information please visit:
BSc Speech and Language Therapist Degree Apprenticeship | Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery | The University of Sheffield
Salary: Band 5 Annex 21
Starting Salary represents 60% of the top of Band 5. In subsequent years the salary will increase to 65% in year 2, 70% in year 3 and 75% in year 4.
Approximately 60% of your working week will be clinical within the department here on the Island and 40% for study in line with the University requirements.
On completion of the degree course and receipt of full HCPC registration the candidate would be employed within the Trust as a Band 5 Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist post in the Childrens Speech and Language Therapy Service. Pay will be reflected accordingly as that at the time (subject to the usual uplifts and cost of living arrangements that have been put in place during the preceding 4 years.)
If successful at interview for this role you will need to apply separately directly to the University to gain a place on the programme. If not successful with this application then an offer for the advertised post will not be made.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will need to have a flexible approach to service provision which may involve evenings and weekends.
Applicants will need to meet the below entry level requirements to apply:
- Evidence of level 3 study or equivalent
-
- Access to HE Diploma: Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit
OR
OR
-
- BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in a healthcare or science subject
other, equivalent Level 3 qualifications may be accepted. Contact us if you have any questions about your qualifications.
- Three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language. Level 2 equivalent qualifications (eg, Functional Skills) are also accepted but must have been achieved at the point of enrolment.
For more information please visit:
BSc Speech and Language Therapist Degree Apprenticeship | Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery | The University of Sheffield
Salary: Band 5 Annex 21
Starting Salary represents 60% of the top of Band 5. In subsequent years the salary will increase to 65% in year 2, 70% in year 3 and 75% in year 4.
Approximately 60% of your working week will be clinical within the department here on the Island and 40% for study in line with the University requirements.
On completion of the degree course and receipt of full HCPC registration the candidate would be employed within the Trust as a Band 5 Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist post in the Childrens Speech and Language Therapy Service. Pay will be reflected accordingly as that at the time (subject to the usual uplifts and cost of living arrangements that have been put in place during the preceding 4 years.)
If successful at interview for this role you will need to apply separately directly to the University to gain a place on the programme. If not successful with this application then an offer for the advertised post will not be made.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To hold relevant degree or equivalent, to be registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council), Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and maintain up to date registration
- Range of experience acquired through clinical training for band 5 or range of experience at Band 5 level to include developmental Speech, language communication needs, reflective practice, in-service training, any courses attended and clinical experience gained
- Awareness of national and local clinical guidelines in relevant area - relating to children with SEN
Desirable
- Membership of special interest group Attendance on Specialist Short Courses identified by Service Lead
- Experience of working as part of a Speech and Language Therapy team and multidisciplinary team
- In depth knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines in children with SEN and SLCN
Physical Skills
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Good auditory discrimination skills
Aptitudes and Abilities
Essential
- Self directed learning
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise competently
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To hold relevant degree or equivalent, to be registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council), Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and maintain up to date registration
- Range of experience acquired through clinical training for band 5 or range of experience at Band 5 level to include developmental Speech, language communication needs, reflective practice, in-service training, any courses attended and clinical experience gained
- Awareness of national and local clinical guidelines in relevant area - relating to children with SEN
Desirable
- Membership of special interest group Attendance on Specialist Short Courses identified by Service Lead
- Experience of working as part of a Speech and Language Therapy team and multidisciplinary team
- In depth knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines in children with SEN and SLCN
Physical Skills
Essential
- Physically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
- Good auditory discrimination skills
Aptitudes and Abilities
Essential
- Self directed learning
- Well-developed concentration skills
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise competently
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).
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).
