Applications from prospective graduates and newly qualified therapists are welcome
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Speech and Language Therapists to join our friendly, supportive and innovative Paediatric Speech and Language Service.
You will be required to hold a current HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
We are a friendly, supportive and committed team with ongoing service improvement and transformations making it a particularly exciting time to join us now as you'll be part of our ongoing advancements!
This role is across diverse settings - educational settings, clinics, and homes, managing a range of clinical presentations in speech, language, and communication.
We offer a Multi-Professional Preceptorship Programme to all newly registered practitioners. This is an opportunity to welcome you into your new teams and our Trust, providing support and guidance as you develop in confidence and competence whilst transitioning from student to autonomous professional.
Preceptorship for newly qualified colleagues (working towards RCSLT Core Goals) usually lasts 12 months, and you will be assigned a preceptor who will support, coach, mentor, and guide you through regular meetings. We offer a robust programme of supervision, support, and professional development for our Newly Qualified Practitioners in line with RCSLT (Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists) guidance.
Main duties of the job
The role will be varied and offer the opportunity to work within clinic, education, and community environments. You will be responsible for assessment and treatment of children with a variety of speech, language, and communication difficulties and hold a delegated clinical caseload.
The role will cover the Scarborough, Whitby, and Ryedale areas.
You will be joining a well-established multidisciplinary team, with a strong commitment to ensuring children receive support to achieve the best outcomes that they can. We are passionate about delivering the very best evidenced practice, and we want you to bring your own ideas and innovative thinking to our team.
You will receive regular supervision and support from peers and senior clinicians within the team and will participate in the regular in-service training programme. This role provides an excellent development opportunity.
The ability to transport yourself and equipment across the locality during the course of a normal working day is required for this vacancy. Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence (role will involve travel to numerous addresses that cannot be easily accessed by public transport means) is required.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard-to-fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family, and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema, and finance from a range of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind, we are open, and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability, and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try to be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
1. HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
2. Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
Desirable
1. Evidence of postgraduate training within speech and language therapy or a specialist area
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
1. Evidence of reflective practice from work experience or student placements.
2. Evidence of robust knowledge base relevant to role that applies to the management of a range of conditions.
Desirable
1. NHS experience through placement and/or employment work.
2. Knowledge of outcome measures to evaluate therapy.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
1. Ability to present information, written and verbally in a clear and logical manner.
2. Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
3. Ability to organise and prioritise.
Desirable
1. Ability to use different communication methods and styles.
2. Evidence of personal development.
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Springhill House
Springhill Close
Scarborough
YO12 4AD
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