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Job description:
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced Band 7 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join one of our client's services based in Bedford.
Details:
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GRADE: Band 7
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HOURS: 37.50 hours per week
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LOCATION: Special Schools, Luton
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RESPONSIBLE TO: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Manager
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START: ASAP
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DURATION: Ongoing
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DUTIES : Speech and language therapy in Luton specials schools including AAC and dysphagia
Job Purpose:
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Provide highly specialist clinical input to the special schools in Bedfordshire.
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Have day-to-day responsibility for coordinating a speech & language therapy service to special school children and independently manage the caseloads in these settings.
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Use highly specialist clinical skills to manage a caseload of children with complex difficulties in speech, language, communication and/or eating and drinking (dysphagia) and AAC.
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Identify, assess, and diagnose communication/swallowing impairments and determine appropriate intervention for effective treatment.
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To assess children and provide written recommendations and ongoing support for implementation, for class teams.
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Attend and provide reports to Annual Reviews/Multi Agency Meetings as appropriate.
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Provide Communication Support and advice in relation to functional communication, to support teaching and learning.
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Demonstrate specific speech and language therapy support programmes and the use of equipment to specific teachers or groups of staff.
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Provide guidance and whole school training in relation to functional communication including receptive, expressive, and interactional skills.
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To contribute to relevant research, audit, and development work within the schools, relating to the Speech Language and Communication curriculum.
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To attend relevant meetings as required within school or as part of wider SLT team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
-To work collaboratively and liaise with a wide range of professions across a variety of locations and agencies.
-To attend and report to case conferences/review meetings etc. for patients on the caseload with support as requested for situations where conflict management/negotiation may be required.
-To present and communicate complex condition related information in such a manner as to motivate and inform patients, carers, families, and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, agreeing decision -making relevant to patient management.
-To use good interpersonal skills to listen well and counsel patients and carers, so providing support and empathy without prejudice.
-To establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other staff, which are characterised by open communication, trust, and respect.
-To attend and participate in professional meetings and other relevant meetings.
-To communicate effectively with patients with communication problems where difficulties in understanding exist, using observation, listening -and empathy.
-To use negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations
-To assess, develop and implement specialist speech and language therapy intervention as appropriate.
Requirements:
The successful candidate must have the following criteria:
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Degree / Diploma in Paediatrics
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HCPC registered
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Clinical experience
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NHS experience
Our market-leading benefits package includes
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Weekly Limited Company & Umbrella Payroll
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Dedicated Recruitment Consultant
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Fast-Track Registration
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Training & Support
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Excellent Referral Bonus
Is this you?
Excellent organisation and communication skills are essential, as you will be working amongst a team and alongside other departments.
As a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist, you should be accommodating to the varied patient needs you're likely to encounter and be assuring throughout their time in your care.
🗨️We would love to talk to you about this opportunity!
📞 Jurgita Lasickiene (phone number removed) /(phone number removed) EXT: 114