Job summary
Speech and Language Therapy Band 4
Permanent
Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week (Home and school visits as well as on-site hospital working)
Job ref: 271-CCS-7019713
Employer: Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Great Ormond Street Hospital
Town: London
Salary: £31,944 - £34,937 inclusive per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 30/03/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Band 4
Job overview
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you interested in working with a therapy team supporting children to communicate through AAC (augmentative and alternative communication)? Do you have a special interest in technology and how we can use it to support children to communicate? If so, consider this exciting opportunity within the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Service (ACS) and Neurodisability Team at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
If you have experience working with children and young people with special education and/or healthcare needs and a passion for technology, we would like to hear from you.
You will have access to supervision and training with expert AAC practitioners, the wider Speech & Language Therapy Service, and links to other national ACS services. We emphasize personal and professional development, providing opportunities to extend your skills through high-quality training programs.
Main duties of the job
This role is a Technical SLT Assistant supporting the Therapy Team (Speech & Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy) in maintaining, setting up, and reviewing equipment supplied to support communication needs of children and young people. The role is predominantly based on-site at the hospital with occasional visits to schools and homes.
Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person based on ability and merit, through a fair and unbiased process.
We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion, valuing all staff and fostering a respectful culture. We welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities, long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies to ensure fair treatment and are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks promote an inclusive environment, open to all employees.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
See attached documents for a detailed overview of key tasks and the person specification outlining required qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge.
Person specification
Combined Values
* Value alignment with the organisation
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
* English and Maths GCSE Level 7 or above pass
* Recognised NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
Desirable criteria
* Excel and database training
* Additional short courses relevant to clinical and admin areas (e.g., Makaton, BSL, Hanen, IT systems)
Knowledge and Experience
* Skills installing and uninstalling software
Desirable criteria
* Experience managing a database of equipment
Other Requirements
* Commitment to personal development and self-learning
Additional information
The recruitment process involves an online literacy, numeracy, ICT, and typing test, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. Early application is advised due to potential early closing of vacancies.
Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. See the UK Visas and Immigration website for details.
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.
Applicant requirements
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020.
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