Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 passionate about working in the field of AAC. We are growing our team of East Sussex therapists who work in special schools and with pre‑school children in the community. Flexible working, part‑time hours and job share will be considered. This full‑time vacancy is within East Sussex, but we can be flexible with the clinical base.
This role encompasses both leadership and clinical work in the complex needs team. You will be part of an innovative, cohesive and enthusiastic team of therapists working in the community and local special schools with children aged 0‑19 years and their families. This is an opportunity for therapists either with direct experience of working with children using AAC and knowledge of current assessment for these, or someone who would like to develop these skills. There is also an opportunity to develop dysphagia skills. We have a strong commitment to training and development with robust supervision and shadowing opportunities across the service.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out high quality assessments for children and young people who have complex needs.
* Effectively communicate with children and their families as well as internal and external staff.
* Produce high quality detailed reports in a timely manner.
* Lead on clinical care pathways in this specialist clinical area.
* Report to and advise on the development requirements in this specialist area to the Professional Lead, Team Leads, Clinical Managers and the Head of Service.
* Participate in your own reflective practice and ongoing learning in the field of AAC.
* Ensure that staff working in the field of AAC have regular access to effective supervision, training and support to enhance their CPD in this area.
* Hold responsibility for delegated line management and supervision of staff working within the team.
* Work alongside the MDT in the local special schools.
* Car owner/driver essential, subject to the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act (1995).
EEO Statement
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn’t visible to anyone involved with short‑listing or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability.
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