Job summary
We are seeking a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to work within the City Team. Hosted by Small Steps Big Changes (SSBC), this lottery-funded post is focused on providing early identification and support for pre-school children.
The Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service provides support to children with a range of communication and eating and drinking needs across Nottingham City and County.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however, reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Main duties of the job
We have an opportunity for a part-time (22.5 hours) Band 6 Speech & Language Therapist who has a keen interest in working with largely pre-school children with a wide range of Speech, Language and Communication (SLCN) in community settings.
The post is temporary until the end of March 2026 and will support our transformation work, as we move to being increasingly 'place-based'. This post involves supporting children in a variety of locations including homes, family hubs, nurseries, and community venues.
We offer excellent support networks, regular supervision, and access to internal training. This post provides an opportunity to consolidate and develop further skills and expertise in working in the heart of our City with children with a wide range of SLCN, as well as supporting staff and the team caseload. It is open to experienced Band 5's or existing Band 6's.
Job responsibilities
Based in a community team, alongside colleagues, you will have recent experience of providing speech and language support in different settings, for children presenting with a range of SLCN needs.
The Specialist Therapist is expected to:
1. Oversee our 'Home Talk' programme, providing support and supervision to SLT support staff.
2. Provide training for other professionals in the area of SLCN.
3. Carry out assessments and provide appropriate packages of care for children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
4. Provide support and advice for less experienced therapists/assistants.
5. Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
6. Manage and prioritise own and team caseload, including triaging incoming referrals.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Person Specification
Qualifications - Academic / Craft / Professional Essential
* Professionally recognised Qualification (Degree/Diploma) Registered with HCPC.
Contractual Requirements Essential
* A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however, reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Training Essential
* Additional clinical training and CPD to support children with SLCN.
Experience Essential
* Experience of supporting less experienced therapists, students and SLTA's.
* Experience of supporting the management of a team caseload.
* Experience of delivering a range of packages of care for children with SLCN.
* Significant experience of team working.
* Significant experience of working in a range of settings.
Desirable
* Experience of writing EHCP reports.
* Experience of delivering Learning and development opportunities for others.
* Experience of delivering a variety of approaches to SLT service delivery.
* Experience in developing evaluation/audit tools and resources as part of the SLT team.
Knowledge Essential
* Demonstrates a well-established theoretical knowledge of evidence-based speech & language therapy practice.
* Knowledge of different assessments and interventions to working with children's speech and language.
Skills Essential
* Demonstrates initiative & excellent organisational skills especially in relation to prioritisation and flexibility.
* Demonstrates effective team working within a range of teams.
* Autonomous and able to work without direct supervision.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Values and Behaviours Essential
* All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation.
* All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Teamwork.
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: Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
Park House Health & Social Care Centre
61 Burton Road
Nottingham
NG4 3DQ
Employer's website: https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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