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Senior Speech and Language Therapist
The closing date is 06 August 2025
We are currently seeking applications for fixed term full or part time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists. The role includes speech, language and communication assessment and intervention for children and young people who have an EHCP.
Main duties of the job
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is currently looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapists to provide support for children and young people who have complex communication difficulties.
The posts can either be full or part time and will involve working in schools and clinics with a caseload of children and young people who have a range of speech, language and communication needs and require intervention as part of their EHCP.
About us
HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU:
* We have a strong support network for both clinical work and wellbeing. Wellbeing is a strong focus within our team and organisation, and we strive to support each other at all times.
* We will provide opportunities to learn from highly experienced team members, including regular meetings and CPD sessions.
* We will provide both clinical and management supervision.
* We will provide opportunities for you to develop skills across a range of settings and clinical areas.
* We have opportunities to access external training if relevant to your role.
* We have free onsite parking.
* We will provide equipment such as a laptop, mobile phone and assessments.
Job responsibilities
As a valued member of the team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with children and those most proximal to them, to reach positive outcomes. You will have the ability to manage a demanding workload in order to provide an efficient and effective service. You will be a confident, self-directed individual with a strong team focus as well as being able to work independently when required. You will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills in order to maintain our exceptional standards of care when liaising with patients and both internal and external agencies.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
* Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy
* Can convey ideas and information in a confident and easily understood manner, both written and verbal
* Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment
* Demonstrate ability to be a good team member
* Developed skills in negotiation and problem solving
* Able to relate the values of the organisation to everyday practice
* Excellent organisational skills
* Ability to motivate and inspire others
* Adaptable to a varied and frequently changing work environment
Skills & Attributes
* Can use a variety of assessment techniques
* Can demonstrate an awareness of continuing professional development
* Demonstrates good auditory discrimination and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
* Knowledge and experience of clinical governance/audit
* Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation
* Access to transport for work purposes
Qualifications & Professional Training
* Speech and Language Therapy degree or a recognised equivalent
* Registered member of RCSLT
* Registered member of HCPC
* Evidence of having completed some short courses
* Has undertaken additional study e.g. dysphagia training, language educators course
Experience & Knowledge
* Can manage own caseload with minimal support
* Has experience of working with complex cases alongside or with supervision from a highly specialist therapist
* Knowledge of current trends in the management of communication and/or swallowing
* Experience of work in a variety of settings
* Awareness of Total Communication
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.
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
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Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre
Highfield Centre, Victoria Central Health Centre
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