Job responsibilities
Main Purpose
To work
as a dynamic Speech and Language Therapist as part of a multi-disciplinary team
within the therapy service based at Aurora Boveridge College and The Beeches
School. To provide a high standard of Speech and Language Therapy to relevant students,
parents, and carers in line with proposed treatment plans.
Roles and Responsibilities
With
support from the Specialist SaLT, to manage a caseload of young people with
complex needs within a special education setting.
To
complete appropriate assessment and treatment of the children and young people with
a wide range of communication needs at the college.
To
liaise effectively with multi-disciplinary colleagues and to maintain
associated records in line with professional codes of conduct.
To support in the
teaching of other members of the multi-disciplinary team on relevant aspects of
Speech and Language Therapy.
With support, to analyse and interpret assessments to
recommend and deliver the best course of intervention for each child.
With support, to formulate, evaluate and review
individualised Speech and Language Therapy treatment plans, using clinical
reasoning skills and utilising a wide range of treatment options to formulate a
programme of care.
To
support the Speech and Language Therapy Team with the compilation of clinical
governance information. demonstrate sound understanding
of clinical governance and clinical risk and to demonstrate the use of
treatment plans with an evidence-based link.
To be responsible for
the maintenance of accurate written records in line with professional codes of
conduct.
Maintain and update
professional expertise and competence in line with requirements of continued
professional development, analysing current research and discussing and
implementing changes in clinical practice accordingly.
Attend appropriate
reviews and team meetings, promoting our culture of joint working with other
disciplines and outside agencies.
Advise
and work with colleagues and Senior Leaders in regards to support plans and
issues arising that relate to Speech and Language Therapy.
To
support the delivery of a Speech and Language Therapy service, which is run in
an efficient manner so that young peoples needs are met effectively.
To ensure
confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained
during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in
accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.
Provide Speech and
Language Therapy training, support and advice to members of the
multidisciplinary teams.
Delivery of both
direct and indirect Speech and Language Therapy interventions.
Multi-disciplinary
working with staff teams target setting and supporting the delivery of
individual programmes within the curriculum.
Promotion of a Total Communication approach across the
service.
Multi-disciplinary
and multi-agency working, to ensure joined-up management (for complex needs).
Provision of advice
and support to families, carers and other relevant parties.
Delegation
of tasks to the Speech and Language Therapy Assistant and other support staff.
To contribute to the
development of the wider service implementation plan in respect of Speech and Language
Therapy input.
To liaise with the
other members of the Speech and Language Therapy Team to ensure appropriate
caseload management and sharing of skills.
To
manage and prioritise a caseload according to individual needs, to ensure
equitable service delivery.
Produce
timely and concise clinical recording, maintaining confidentially and the safe
storage of both written and digital data.
Liaise with other
staff in order to set relevant communication targets in line with various
frameworks.
Plan, implement and
review individual Positive Behaviour Support Plans, particularly as relates to
communication, and provide accessible written guidelines that can be delegated
and delivered by others.
Regularly monitor and
review outcomes and targets for communication aims/programmes and modify as
required.
Provide clear and
concise written contributions for inclusion within Annual Review packs for
students. Attend and contribute to Annual
Review Meetings.
Liaise and work with other
relevant agencies or professionals to gain and share information as required, medical professionals, therapists, SEN Officers etc., to include attendance
at appointments where necessary e.g. transitions meetings, CETR Meetings etc.
Model
good communication practice.
Provide
speech therapy interventions, as required for individuals, groups and within education
areas.
Provide screening
assessment for prospective new students; this may include visits to other
schools & residential settings.
Recognise
own professional boundaries with the role and when to seek appropriate guidance
Attend
and engage with Aurora Speech and Language Therapy Peer Supervision sessions.
To undertake any
other duties as may be deemed necessary.
Knowledge,
Skills and Experience
Essential
To be a registered
member of RCSLT and HCPC.
To hold a
professional Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent.
Ability to
demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development.
Experience
Essential
Experience
of completing therapy the therapy process - assessment, goal setting,
intervention, evaluation, as a Speech and Language Therapist, or during
practice placements.
Desirable
Experience in working
with autistic
spectrum conditions including Aspergers syndrome, social and emotional
difficulties, anxiety disorders and mental health needs.
Experience of
multi disciplinary team and multi agency working.
Experience of
preparing complex reports.
Experience in
implementing a wide range of approaches in supporting young people with social
communication difficulties.
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge and
experience of working with people who have social communication difficulties
and providing relevant intervention strategies.
Fluent in written and
spoken English with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear
manner to a range of audiences including young people, parents, and
professionals.
Excellent
interpersonal skills and an ability to relate to others and develop good
working relationships.
Good time-management
and organisation skills. Ability to
organise and prioritise own workload.
Ability to assess,
devise and implement integrated therapy plans, based on identified needs.
Ability to train
staff in a variety of approaches.
Ability to keep
legible and accurate notes in line with professional record keeping
requirements.
Ability to cope with
working in an environment which can be stressful and unpredictable.
Good IT skills for
administration, presentations, recording and reporting systems.
Desirable
Lone
working experience.
Knowledge
of relevant legislation, current government initiatives eg EHCP, MCA
Knowledge of strategies
for behaviour management.
Additional Information
As part of the Aurora Group
everyone is:
expected at all times
to behave and act in a way which promotes and contributes to the overall aims,
values and ethos of the Company.
required to
participate in regular training and other learning activities, and in
supervision, appraisal and development as required by the Company's policies
and procedures
required to
participate in any relevant current and new legislative and regulatory
activities as may occur from time to time
required, through
personal example and clear action, to demonstrate commitment to equality and
diversity ensuring equality of access and treatment in employment and service
delivery to all.
Required to promote
The Aurora Groups Health and Safety at Work Policy and Procedure and ensure
these are implemented effectively.
The
Aurora Group takes seriously its responsibility for safeguarding and is
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
adults. Therefore, everyone employed by the Aurora Group is expected to share
this and act accordingly by applying organisations policies and procedures and
attending regular safeguarding training.
This
job description sets out a summary of the key features of the role. It is not
intended to be exhaustive and will be reviewed and amended periodically to
ensure it remains appropriate for the role.
