A major regional healthcare provider is now looking for a dedicated Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join them in delivering specialist therapies for children and young people who have SEND.
This organisation offers high-quality secondary care for people who need physical and mental health support across the county - achieving an "Outstanding" CQC rating, with all services scoring no lower than "Good" - and is committed to thinking forward: realising innovation and improvement for exemplar, compassionate healthcare that is as easy to access as possible.
As a Senior Speech and Language Therapist , you'll assess for, plan, implement and evaluate evidence-based interventions for children who have SLCN and additional specialist needs such as learning disabilities, complex health needs, and difficulties with eating / drinking.
You'll provide evidence-based assessments and therapies across a multitude of settings - including community clinics, early years centres, and mainstream and specialist schools - and work with the child's family, educators and other professionals to support positive outcomes both inside and outside of the therapy room.
This is a permanent position for a Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Paediatric SEND).
Full-time and part-time options are available .
Travel across the locality area will be required in this role.
Person specification:
* ( Essential ) Registration with the HCPC as an SLT
* ( Essential ) Minimum of 2 years' postgraduate experience in paediatric / CYP therapies
* ( Essential ) Understanding of / experience with SEND
* ( Essential ) Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel at a local/county level
* ( Essential ) Member of the RCSLT
* ( Essential ) Experience mentoring and training others
* ( Desirable ) Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area
Benefits and enhancements include (pro rata for part-time ) :
* Generous pension scheme
* 27 days' annual leave + bank holidays, with options to buy/sell
* Further learning and professional development support
* Blue Light Card discount scheme
* Health and lifestyle support, including occupational health services and discounted gym memberships
* Reward and recognition schemes, including for professional achievement
* Staff networks and events celebrating DE&I
* And more!
