Detailed job description and main responsibilities For a full overview of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description. We're looking for an enthusiastic, motivated clinician with strong communication, clinical reasoning, and organisational skills. You'll be a team player with the confidence to work autonomously and advocate for the needs of CYP. You'll provide professional and managerial supervision to less experienced colleagues, supporting their development and confidence. In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary subject to a maximum payment of £1,915 per annum (pro rata where applicable and dependent on base location). A full, valid driving licence and regular access to a car for business purposes is essential (unless you are covered under the Equality Act 2010). HCT encourages all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19, in line with current guidance, to help protect our patients, communities, and colleagues. Interview date set for: 4th July 2025 Person specification Qualifications and Training Essential criteria Recognised Speech & Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent (Post Graduate Diploma or MSc in Speech & Language Therapy) Evidence of post qualifying training and/or equivalent experience to maintain and develop highly specialist knowledge in area of specialism Registered to practice with Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, Membership of relevant CEN Experience and Knowledge Essential criteria Substantial clinical experience of the needs of children and young people with SEND Experience of effective co-production (including service users and/or their representatives) analysing their views and needs and jointly agreeing positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEN Code of Practice 0-25 (2014) Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of children's services at both a local and national level Experience of the Education, Health and Care planning process and pathway and SEND Appeals and of undertaking highly complex assessments. Understanding of SEND Appeals and Tribunal Process Desirable criteria Experience of attendance and representation at SEND Tribunals Skills and abilities Essential criteria Advanced oral and written communication at a high standard and strong negotiation skills to manage conflict and challenging situations. Able to respond to the learning style of others and demonstrate flexibility in own leadership style. Evaluates own performance through reflection, demonstrating own continuous learning and improvement Able to switch between different techniques and models of service delivery within a short space of time. Shows emotional intelligence and personal resilience. Manages own time and priorities autonomously Other Essential criteria Hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). We will communicate any interview arrangements with applicants via e-mail so it is advisable that you check the email address you give on your application on a regular basis. Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band. All new appointments (excluding Medical & Dental roles) are subject to a 26 week probation period. We are proud to be an armed forces friendly employer and support the employment of the armed forces community, including veterans, spouses and partners. For more information, contact [ Click Apply] Applications from qualified job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications, subject to you meeting minimum criteria of the role and salary threshold. Please visit the [ Click Apply] website for detail. If applicable to the role, staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). In submitting an application form, you authorise Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.