Job summary
Due to the existing post-holder successfully gaining a university place to train as a qualified Speech & Language Therapist, we have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Band 3 Speech & Language Therapy Assistant position within on Ashby ward at Lincoln County Hospital.
Ashby is an 18-bed ward for adults with neurorehabilitation needs, including acquired brain injury, complex stroke, and progressive neurological conditions.
The post is 37.5 hours per week, which includes weekend working (working up to 2 weekends per month) and bank holiday working on a rota basis. Weekend and bank holiday pay will be paid at an enhanced rate.
Main duties of the job
To support the delivery of Speech and Language Therapy intervention to patients following acquired brain injury, stroke, or progressive neurological disorders, and to work alongside the wider MDT (multi-disciplinary team) in an inpatient setting (and community settings as required) to support patients to achieve rehabilitation goals.
About us
Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust is in the top 25 per cent of all community trusts for overall staff engagement in the 2021 NHS National Staff Survey.
At LCHS, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in LCHS' workforce.
LCHS recognises the increasing demand for more flexibility in working practices in order to accommodate the personal goals and commitments that employees experience at different stages during their working lives. Flexible working opportunities such as part-time working, compressed hours, job shares, and hybrid working models can help staff to balance their personal and work commitments. Arrangements can be put in place if it can be shown that the needs of the individual can be balanced with those of the service and the impact on other team members, enabling the Trust to recruit and retain skilled staff, raise staff morale, reduce absenteeism and respond to changing service needs more effectively.
We are an ambassador of a learning culture that will support the right individual to progress in their chosen career through an 'earn while you learn' apprenticeship programme. Visit our Learning and Development page to find out more https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk/join-us/learning-and-dev
Job description
Job responsibilities
To clerk in/register patients on Ashby ward and report back to Speech and Language Therapist
To deliver speech and language therapy intervention (individual and group therapy) under guidance from a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, taking responsibility for the welfare, health and safety of patients in their care
To assist Speech and Language Therapists in the delivery of SLT related training to the wider SLT team and members of the MDT on the ward
To prepare therapy resources for patients as instructed by Speech and Language Therapists including use of low-tech communication aids
To record patient notes in an accurate and timely manner using both electronic held patient records and paper patient records in line with Trust protocols
To assist with collation of audit data
To liaise with/provide advice on communication impairments and swallowing recommendations to patients, carers, other members of the MDT, and third party agencies under the guidance of a Speech and Language Therapist
To partake in regular supervision with a Speech and Language Therapist/colleagues
To maintain the confidentiality of clinical information in accordance with the organisations Data Protection Policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
To clerk in/register patients on Ashby ward and report back to Speech and Language Therapist
To deliver speech and language therapy intervention (individual and group therapy) under guidance from a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, taking responsibility for the welfare, health and safety of patients in their care
To assist Speech and Language Therapists in the delivery of SLT related training to the wider SLT team and members of the MDT on the ward
To prepare therapy resources for patients as instructed by Speech and Language Therapists including use of low-tech communication aids
To record patient notes in an accurate and timely manner using both electronic held patient records and paper patient records in line with Trust protocols
To assist with collation of audit data
To liaise with/provide advice on communication impairments and swallowing recommendations to patients, carers, other members of the MDT, and third party agencies under the guidance of a Speech and Language Therapist
To partake in regular supervision with a Speech and Language Therapist/colleagues
To maintain the confidentiality of clinical information in accordance with the organisations Data Protection Policy
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, or experience
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy and literacy skills
- To have, or demonstrate a willingness to work towards competencies in rehabilitation and care
- Effective communication skills, both verbal, written, and electronic
- Basic IT skills
- Organisational skills to manage own day to day work
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of the role of Speech and Language Therapy in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
- Basic understanding of adult acquired communication difficulties
- Basic understanding of the effects of brain injury on communication, cognition and physical abilities
- Experience of working in a health and/or care setting
- Experience of working with adults with communication difficulties
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service including weekend working (up to 2 weekends a month) and bank holiday working
- Ability to work in stressful situations
- Self-motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations and seeking senior support as appropriate
- Ability to act on concerns and willingness to support the service to improve
Desirable
- Other relevant care qualifications or training e.g. Care Certificate
- European Computer Driving Licence
- Moving and Handling Skills
- Level 2 Competence of RCSLT Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Competency Framework
- Understanding of IDDSI levels
- Experience of working as an assistant/support worker in healthcare
- Experience of rehabilitation following brain injury/stroke/progressive neurological conditions
- Experience of delivering Speech and Language Therapy interventions
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills, or experience
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent evidence of numeracy and literacy skills
- To have, or demonstrate a willingness to work towards competencies in rehabilitation and care
- Effective communication skills, both verbal, written, and electronic
- Basic IT skills
- Organisational skills to manage own day to day work
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of the role of Speech and Language Therapy in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
- Basic understanding of adult acquired communication difficulties
- Basic understanding of the effects of brain injury on communication, cognition and physical abilities
- Experience of working in a health and/or care setting
- Experience of working with adults with communication difficulties
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service including weekend working (up to 2 weekends a month) and bank holiday working
- Ability to work in stressful situations
- Self-motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations and seeking senior support as appropriate
- Ability to act on concerns and willingness to support the service to improve
Desirable
- Other relevant care qualifications or training e.g. Care Certificate
- European Computer Driving Licence
- Moving and Handling Skills
- Level 2 Competence of RCSLT Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Competency Framework
- Understanding of IDDSI levels
- Experience of working as an assistant/support worker in healthcare
- Experience of rehabilitation following brain injury/stroke/progressive neurological conditions
- Experience of delivering Speech and Language Therapy interventions
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).
