Locum Band 5 Children's Community Speech and Language Therapist – Isle of Wight
• Isle of Wight, Community Setting - Children's Services
• Temporary – 3+ months’
• Band 5
• Part-time, 22.5 hours p/w
• £25-£30 per hour
We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Children’s Community Speech and Language Therapy service on the Isle of Wight. This is a locum position where you will be providing high-quality speech and language therapy for children and young people within the community setting. The post will involve assessing, diagnosing, and treating children with speech, language, and communication difficulties, as well as offering support to families, schools, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment and Intervention:
• Assess and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in children and young people.
• Provide direct therapy interventions to children in a variety of settings, including home, school, and community.
• Develop individual treatment plans, setting goals and objectives to meet the needs of the child.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve speech, language, and communication skills, including social communication and fluency.
Family and Carer Support:
• Educate and support parents and caregivers in the management ...