Job summary
We are
looking for an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist to join a friendly
and supportive community team on a permanent basis.
We are a
team of passionate, innovative and child-centred therapists based at The Salt
Way Centre in West Swindon. The Salt Way
Centre is a specialist centre for childrens therapies (Speech & Language
Therapy, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy), the disabled childrens
social work team, and a specialist early years centre for children with complex
needs.
Main duties of the job
Newly qualified therapists will have access to a mentor to support
with NQP competencies.
You will be
managing a caseload of children and young people in clinics, preschools and
schools. If you have particular areas of interest, we can offer opportunities
to further develop your practice in areas such as:
Early
Years
Autism
Special
educational needs
Cleft
lip and palate,
Dysphagia
Deafness.
We can offer
excellent learning and career development opportunities, with training and
support from experienced therapists to support your ongoing development. In
addition we have:
A
central location where all our therapists are based
Good
links to the MDT
Flexible
working options to support work-life balance. The post is full time, but we
would consider part-time and flexible working options
Access
to a range of wellbeing tools and services
Discounts
at through an employee scheme for local services
Free
parking
A full drivers licence and access to a car for use at
work, is required.
About us
A full
drivers licence and access to a car for use at work, is required.
You must be
fluent in the English language, as a requirement of Part 7 of the Immigration
Act for the effective performance of a customer-facing role.
Please note Swindon Borough Council terms and
condition apply to this role.
We have free parking on site,
generous holiday entitlement, comprehensive Learning and Development
programmes, an excellent local government pension and sickness schemes and many
other benefits like discounts on shopping, eating out and entertainment, Health
and Beauty, to name a but a few of our staff benefits.
We also have an Employee
Assistant Programme and App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, and other
expert advice.
As an employee, you will receive a
diverse and exciting environment in which to work, encouraging creativity and
innovation whilst recognising the need to support ongoing personal development
and a flexible work life balance.
At Swindon Borough Council, we want our town to be the best it can
be. Our ambitious vision is supported by realistic transformation programmes,
with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because thats who were doing it
for the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the
Council, youll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real
impact. Its all for better public services. Better processes. And a better
quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Accountabilities
To manage own caseload in identified
setting.
To work effectively as part of the service
team, multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team.
To manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately.
In
partnership with children/young people and carers to assess, evaluate, develop
and implement individualised treatment plans for children/young people using
clinical reasoning skills, evidence- based practice and utilising a wide range
of therapeutic approaches.
To assess
and diagnose speech and language difficulties in children.
To
develop and implement care packages identifying appropriate treatment from a
range of options.
To work
closely with carers / parents / other professionals / children where
appropriate, in the planning and prioritisation of therapy plans and programmes.
This includes motivating others to participate in therapy intervention.
To
complete reports and maintain clinical records in line with professional and
organisational standards.
To attend
relevant meetings and case conferences as required.
To be
fully aware at all times of individual responsibility for safeguarding
children/young people and to work effectively to meet national and local
standards and procedures.
To
demonstrate a working knowledge of CQC standards and Organisational policies
and how they apply to everyday clinical practice.
To be responsible for a varied caseload of children and young people
aged 0-18 years of age within the post holders agreed scope of practice.
To
communicate with a network of Education, Health and Social Care professionals
and the voluntary sector.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key
Accountabilities
To manage own caseload in identified
setting.
To work effectively as part of the service
team, multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team.
To manage own time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately.
In
partnership with children/young people and carers to assess, evaluate, develop
and implement individualised treatment plans for children/young people using
clinical reasoning skills, evidence- based practice and utilising a wide range
of therapeutic approaches.
To assess
and diagnose speech and language difficulties in children.
To
develop and implement care packages identifying appropriate treatment from a
range of options.
To work
closely with carers / parents / other professionals / children where
appropriate, in the planning and prioritisation of therapy plans and programmes.
This includes motivating others to participate in therapy intervention.
To
complete reports and maintain clinical records in line with professional and
organisational standards.
To attend
relevant meetings and case conferences as required.
To be
fully aware at all times of individual responsibility for safeguarding
children/young people and to work effectively to meet national and local
standards and procedures.
To
demonstrate a working knowledge of CQC standards and Organisational policies
and how they apply to everyday clinical practice.
To be responsible for a varied caseload of children and young people
aged 0-18 years of age within the post holders agreed scope of practice.
To
communicate with a network of Education, Health and Social Care professionals
and the voluntary sector.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist current registration with
- the HCPC
- Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Most hold a UK full driving licence and have access to a car for work
- PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL ESSENTIAL AND DESIRABLE CRITERIA WHEN MAKING JOB APPLICATION.
Desirable
- Please see Role Profile for more details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Speech and Language Therapist current registration with
- the HCPC
- Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Most hold a UK full driving licence and have access to a car for work
- PLEASE SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL ESSENTIAL AND DESIRABLE CRITERIA WHEN MAKING JOB APPLICATION.
Desirable
- Please see Role Profile for more details
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).
