Overview
Temporary 6 months
You will work within the Children’s Speech and Language Therapy service to support children with a wide range of speech, language and communication problems including those with formal Additional Support for Learning plans. You will be based in Angus but will be required to work flexibly across NHS Tayside in schools and community settings as well as in health settings. You must be willing to travel between a number of sites. Hours of work are: 22 per week.
Responsibilities
* Support children with speech, language and communication needs in nurseries, schools and community settings.
* Work within universal and targeted models to support attainment in nurseries and schools.
* Engage in joint work with partners in other agencies.
* Participate in professional development; newly qualified therapists are supported to complete the Flying Start programme.
Qualifications and requirements
* Must be registered on the HCPC Register.
* Knowledge and skills in working with young children and an understanding of disability and how to support children with additional needs and their families.
Additional information
Current NHS Tayside Employees - Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.
Informal enquiries to: Kate Fernando, Kate.Fernando@nhs.scot, Tel: 01738 473714 ext 13713; Kimberly Gorrell, kimberlyann.gorrell@nhs.scot, Tel 01307 475060 ext 61320.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly. Guidance for applicants via Jobtrain and accessibility statements are available on relevant NHS Scotland sites. If you require any special arrangements to attend the interview, please contact the Hiring Manager as detailed in the advert.
For further information on how to apply: you should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
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