Job summary Children's Speech and Language Therapist - Band 5 We are looking for a Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly team of Speech and Language Therapists, SLT Assistants and administrative support. We would welcome applicants who are either newly qualified or experienced. This will be a split post role, with part of the week working in the school aged service and autism provisions. Interview Date TBC Main duties of the job The successful applicants will be enthusiastic about working in partnership with others, including education staff, to support children, young people and their families. The role involves assessment, diagnosis and therapy of children with speech, language and communication needs, as well as training and support for key people in the child's life. This role will provide you with regular opportunities for close liaison and joint working with members of the SLT team working in the same geographical area as you. You will also have a dedicated session of admin per week in order to support your caseload management and planning, and professional development. About us Croydon Health Services provides integrated NHS services to care for people at home, in schools, and health clinics across the borough as well as at Croydon University Hospital and Purley War Memorial Hospital. CUH provides more than 100 specialist services and is home to the borough's only Emergency Department and 24/7 maternity services, including a labour ward, midwifery-led birth centre and the Crocus home birthing team. Purley War Memorial Hospital (PWMH) in the south of the borough offers outpatient care, including diagnostic services, physiotherapy and ophthalmology services run by Moorfields Eye Hospital, alongside an onsite GP surgery. Our experienced staff take care of people of all ages across the borough of Croydon. We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud. Date posted 24 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum incl HCAS (Outer) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 199-NN-6722434-AHP Job locations Sanderstead Clinic 40 Rectory Park Croydon CR2 9JN Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting document (job description and person specification), which contains more information about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting document (job description and person specification), which contains more information about the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant degree qualification HCPC registered Desirable Experience of clinical practice as a Speech and Language Therapist Knowledge Essential Experience of working in education settings Knowledge of SEND processes and procedures Desirable Additional training or post qualification CPD Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant degree qualification HCPC registered Desirable Experience of clinical practice as a Speech and Language Therapist Knowledge Essential Experience of working in education settings Knowledge of SEND processes and procedures Desirable Additional training or post qualification CPD 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). Employer details Employer name Croydon Health Services NHS Trust Address Sanderstead Clinic 40 Rectory Park Croydon CR2 9JN Employer's website https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)