Job summary ISCAN Speech Therapy Team Assistant - Band 3 - 22.5 hours, Permanent There has never been a more exciting time to join the ISCAN (Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs) team. We are moving forward in growing our service following some recent investment for our workforce and also to enhance our Local Offer. As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to be involved in the development of our new ISCAN website. In addition, the Trust are working with the team to develop some innovative approaches to redesign pathways with the goal of delivering improved care for our children and families across Tameside and Glossop. Our organisation recognises the value and contribution Allied Health Professionals make to the NHS as the third largest workforce. As such, Tameside and Glossop ICFT are taking part in the national AHP workforce supply project. This project seeks to support the professional development and growth of this workforce to meet the continually evolving needs of the populations these highly skilled practitioners serve. It could not be a better time to join our organisation and be a part of the exciting future ahead. Main duties of the job Working as a member of the Children's Speech and Language Therapyteam who sit within the ISCAN (Integrated Service for Children with Additional Needs), to support the teams within Children's SALT. To provide high quality care and support to children and young people with specified speech, language and communication needswithin the Tameside and Glossop area. About us Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ& Disabled people. Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. Date posted 07 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 245-ACS3ISCAN-03-25 Job locations Rowan House Grange Road South Hyde SK14 5NU Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level III or equivalent in health or social care Evidence of recent study or attendance on a course relating to child development within the last two years. Knowledge Essential To be IT literate Desirable To have knowledge of EMIS Skills Essential Able to use own initiative Able to work as part of a team Well developed interpersonal skills Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skill Desirable Communication and handling skills with children with additional needs Experience Essential Knowledge of the roles within ISCAN Previous experience of working in a supportive role in a health or social care setting Desirable Previous experience working with children with speech, language and communication needs Experience delivering intervention programmes under the guidance of a qualified practitioner Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level III or equivalent in health or social care Evidence of recent study or attendance on a course relating to child development within the last two years. Knowledge Essential To be IT literate Desirable To have knowledge of EMIS Skills Essential Able to use own initiative Able to work as part of a team Well developed interpersonal skills Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skill Desirable Communication and handling skills with children with additional needs Experience Essential Knowledge of the roles within ISCAN Previous experience of working in a supportive role in a health or social care setting Desirable Previous experience working with children with speech, language and communication needs Experience delivering intervention programmes under the guidance of a qualified practitioner 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Rowan House Grange Road South Hyde SK14 5NU Employer's website https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)