Job summary Are you an innovative Speech and Language Therapist? Would you like to join an energetic, friendly and supportive team? We have created an exciting new Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist post, using a successful model within our other Allied Health Professional (AHP) teams. Our team mission statement is: "A forward thinking team that nurtures staff and provides a service that we are proud of and that others would recommend" We are looking for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist who fits with this mission and our Trust values (safe, caring, excellent) to: Lead our team of Speech & Language therapists to provide excellent care to patients, develop their clinical skills and continued professional development and explore new ways of working within community settings. You will have regular access to clinical supervision and line management, peer support and professional supervision. You will join the strong voice of Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) within Oxford Health, working towards our dedicated AHP strategy. Please Note: The ability to travel across the locality and Trust sites during the course of a normal working day is required for this vacancy. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. Main duties of the job Working as part of a dedicated clinical team comprising speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dietetic, psychology, social work, medical and nursing staff, offering assessment and therapy to adults with acquired communication, voice and swallowing impairments related to stroke. Leading the speech and language therapy team on OSRU, working collaboratively with speech and language therapists, speech and language therapy assistants and supporting with the speech and language therapy apprenticeship scheme. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum | pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-CH6848501 Job locations Abingdon Community Hospital Marcham Road Abingdon OX14 1AG Job description Job responsibilities We have a strong emphasis on team working and continuing professional development and we will welcome your involvement in projects, audit, staff training and contributions to service development including ongoing use of telehealth. You will be well supported and encouraged to fulfil your potential through regular supervision, attendance at relevant training courses and ongoing review of self-led yearly objectives. You will have opportunity to network with speech and language therapists across the whole stroke pathway of care in Oxfordshire. You will have regular access to: Clinical supervision Line management Clinical excellence groups Departmental meetings Peer support Specialist clinics such as video-fluoroscopy and voice clinics. Job description Job responsibilities We have a strong emphasis on team working and continuing professional development and we will welcome your involvement in projects, audit, staff training and contributions to service development including ongoing use of telehealth. You will be well supported and encouraged to fulfil your potential through regular supervision, attendance at relevant training courses and ongoing review of self-led yearly objectives. You will have opportunity to network with speech and language therapists across the whole stroke pathway of care in Oxfordshire. You will have regular access to: Clinical supervision Line management Clinical excellence groups Departmental meetings Peer support Specialist clinics such as video-fluoroscopy and voice clinics. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent HCPC Registered Registered Member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists Achievement of Level C RCSLT dysphagia competencies Post Graduate Dysphagia Training Desirable Registered member of RCLST MSc or other recognised long post graduate course linked to specialism Leadership Qualification Evidence of training as clinical supervisor Evidence of successful completion of significant specialist post graduate training, equivalent to Master's level Experience Essential Experience in neurological rehabilitation Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Desirable Evidence of stroke specialist experience Use of alternative and augmentative communication aids Skills Essential Evidence of high level of specialist knowledge/assessment, management and intervention skills as a result of experience/ CPD Demonstrates excellent written presentation skills Demonstrates well established knowledge of specialist SLT assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group Demonstrates well established knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to specialist client group. Demonstrates excellent Interpersonal Skills Evidence of MDT Working Desirable Experience of developing and delivering group therapy Experience of developing and delivering training to carers Experience of developing and delivering in-service training to MDT Person Specification Qualifications Essential Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent HCPC Registered Registered Member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists Achievement of Level C RCSLT dysphagia competencies Post Graduate Dysphagia Training Desirable Registered member of RCLST MSc or other recognised long post graduate course linked to specialism Leadership Qualification Evidence of training as clinical supervisor Evidence of successful completion of significant specialist post graduate training, equivalent to Master's level Experience Essential Experience in neurological rehabilitation Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Desirable Evidence of stroke specialist experience Use of alternative and augmentative communication aids Skills Essential Evidence of high level of specialist knowledge/assessment, management and intervention skills as a result of experience/ CPD Demonstrates excellent written presentation skills Demonstrates well established knowledge of specialist SLT assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group Demonstrates well established knowledge of national policies and procedures relevant to specialist client group. Demonstrates excellent Interpersonal Skills Evidence of MDT Working Desirable Experience of developing and delivering group therapy Experience of developing and delivering training to carers Experience of developing and delivering in-service training to MDT 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 Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Abingdon Community Hospital Marcham Road Abingdon OX14 1AG Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)