Job summary The Lincolnshire Electronic Assistive Technology (EATS) Service provides a specialist service for adults and children with complex physical and/or communication disabilities. Members of the multidisciplinary team carry out assessments, make recommendations and provide equipment and systems which aim to promote independence, participation and improve quality of life. Along with communication devices, the Service provides assessment, provision and maintenance of Environmental Controls (EC) equipment and Advanced Computer Access to Lincolnshire. Leicestershire and Northamptonshire residents. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and caring Speech and Language Therapist to join our multi-disciplinary team of Clinical Technologists, Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists. This role will focus on specialist communication in adults and children, to cover maternity leave. Please note this position will not commence before July 2025 Main duties of the job To assist in the provision of an effective evidence based specialised AAC assessment service for patients referred to the team.To use your personal effectiveness and knowledge to contribute to the development and delivery of a quality service for patients with specialised AAC needs.To ensure a high standard of care for all patients by effective communication with patients, carers and the referral source.To work closely with the multi disciplinary team, seeking opportunities to promote integration to the benefit of service users and effective service delivery.To organise and deliver speech and language therapy clinical programmes in line with clinical governance and professional standards. 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 Date posted 12 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 818-CYP308 Job locations Fen House Fen Lane North Hykeham LN6 8UZ Job description Job responsibilities Lincolnshire Community Health Service requires all staff to safeguard children, young people and adults. All staff are required to access the organisational policies, also the Local Safeguarding Children Board and the Local Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures that underpin the safeguarding agenda. The safeguarding policies to be followed are found at www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk and www.lincolnshire.gov.uk. LCHS policies, procedures and guideline - It is a condition of your employment that as an employee you are expected to adhere to our policies, procedures and guidelines. These can all be found on the Trusts website. Prepare equipment and resources, making use of IT where appropriateBe responsible for safe use of equipment in their care, observing the appropriate Health and Safety and infection control policies.Undertake a range of work procedures and practices which require base level theoretical knowledge gained through relevant training and experience, under supervision from a qualified therapist. Develop and consolidate personal knowledge and skills demonstrating the evidence in a CPD portfolio. Maintain accurate and current record keeping in line with Therapy Service standards and team specific requirements. To be an active member of the team by attending staff meetings and training sessions. Demonstrate continuous appraisal analysis and evaluation of personal clinical practice and act on indicators for change considering all available options. Contribute to the planning and progression of patient interventions in liaison with a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, adapting these on a day to day basis if necessary. Prioritise and effectively time manage clinical and non-clinical responsibilities. Undertake where appropriate and contribute to clinical risk assessment for self, patient / carer and other team members, ensuring that HR and safety policies are adhered to. Work with the EATS team to develop and maintain a service structure which delivers best practice. To assist in the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcome measures in designated areas of activity. Act with other team members to resolve blocks to team performance. Ensure service performance data is collected as agreed and when submitted is accurate and timely. Ensure relevant administration, personnel and safety policies are adhered to. Contribute to the non clinical day to day running of the service as necessary to ensure its smooth running. Participate in audit activity as required Job description Job responsibilities Lincolnshire Community Health Service requires all staff to safeguard children, young people and adults. All staff are required to access the organisational policies, also the Local Safeguarding Children Board and the Local Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures that underpin the safeguarding agenda. The safeguarding policies to be followed are found at www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk and www.lincolnshire.gov.uk. LCHS policies, procedures and guideline - It is a condition of your employment that as an employee you are expected to adhere to our policies, procedures and guidelines. These can all be found on the Trusts website. Prepare equipment and resources, making use of IT where appropriateBe responsible for safe use of equipment in their care, observing the appropriate Health and Safety and infection control policies.Undertake a range of work procedures and practices which require base level theoretical knowledge gained through relevant training and experience, under supervision from a qualified therapist. Develop and consolidate personal knowledge and skills demonstrating the evidence in a CPD portfolio. Maintain accurate and current record keeping in line with Therapy Service standards and team specific requirements. To be an active member of the team by attending staff meetings and training sessions. Demonstrate continuous appraisal analysis and evaluation of personal clinical practice and act on indicators for change considering all available options. Contribute to the planning and progression of patient interventions in liaison with a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, adapting these on a day to day basis if necessary. Prioritise and effectively time manage clinical and non-clinical responsibilities. Undertake where appropriate and contribute to clinical risk assessment for self, patient / carer and other team members, ensuring that HR and safety policies are adhered to. Work with the EATS team to develop and maintain a service structure which delivers best practice. To assist in the implementation and monitoring of clinical standards and outcome measures in designated areas of activity. Act with other team members to resolve blocks to team performance. Ensure service performance data is collected as agreed and when submitted is accurate and timely. Ensure relevant administration, personnel and safety policies are adhered to. Contribute to the non clinical day to day running of the service as necessary to ensure its smooth running. Participate in audit activity as required Person Specification As above Essential 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Maths, or equivalent NVQ level 3 in care and/or recent equivalent knowledge, experience or training Basic understanding of the role of the Speech and Language Therapist in AAC Excellent communication / interpersonal skills Basic IT skills, preferably modules 2 & 7 of the ECDL Concentration skills Negotiation/problem solving skills Knowledge of the NHS Knowledge of Clinical Governance activities Experience of working with people with disabilities in a relevant setting Able to work independently and as part of a team Good organisational and time management skills Able to work flexibly as required by service. Able to prioritise a busy caseload Ability to respond and adapt to changes. Ability to work under pressure. Excellent team worker This post requires that you have the ability to travel between locations to carry out your work and to attend training and meetings; daily access to transport is therefore essential To work by the LCHS ways at all times:- - We Act - We Cre - We Listen - We Improve Desirable Evidence of training in a related area Excellent IT skills including use of programmes such as 'Boardmaker' and use of digital camera/ clipart Relevant knowledge of health/social care generally Relevant knowledge of communication difficulties/strategies for maximising communication Significant experience working in an Assistant / support worker role, taking direction from qualified staff Experience of working with people with communication difficulties in a relevant setting Experience of using technology ( eg. digital cameras, computer programmes) to make resources/ support materials/ programmes Person Specification As above Essential 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Maths, or equivalent NVQ level 3 in care and/or recent equivalent knowledge, experience or training Basic understanding of the role of the Speech and Language Therapist in AAC Excellent communication / interpersonal skills Basic IT skills, preferably modules 2 & 7 of the ECDL Concentration skills Negotiation/problem solving skills Knowledge of the NHS Knowledge of Clinical Governance activities Experience of working with people with disabilities in a relevant setting Able to work independently and as part of a team Good organisational and time management skills Able to work flexibly as required by service. Able to prioritise a busy caseload Ability to respond and adapt to changes. Ability to work under pressure. Excellent team worker This post requires that you have the ability to travel between locations to carry out your work and to attend training and meetings; daily access to transport is therefore essential To work by the LCHS ways at all times:- - We Act - We Cre - We Listen - We Improve Desirable Evidence of training in a related area Excellent IT skills including use of programmes such as 'Boardmaker' and use of digital camera/ clipart Relevant knowledge of health/social care generally Relevant knowledge of communication difficulties/strategies for maximising communication Significant experience working in an Assistant / support worker role, taking direction from qualified staff Experience of working with people with communication difficulties in a relevant setting Experience of using technology ( eg. digital cameras, computer programmes) to make resources/ support materials/ programmes 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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 Lincolnshire Community Health Service NHS Trust Address Fen House Fen Lane North Hykeham LN6 8UZ Employer's website https://www.lincolnshirecommunityhealthservices.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)