Speech and Language Therapist

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities**

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• Health Care Professionals Council Licence to Practise
• Current registered membership of HCPC and RCSLT with the right to work in the UK

Desirable criteria

• Able to meet the physical demands of community-based clinical practice, including carrying and transporting clinical equipment, prolonged standing, bending, kneeling and working in varied home environments, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant experience at undergraduate/postgraduate level working with children and young people with speech, language and communication needs.
• Experience working collaboratively with parents/carers and other health/education professionals.

Desirable criteria

• Training others
• Working with multi-cultural client groups
• Experience of supporting children, families and schools in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 including contribution to statutory assessments (Education Health and Care Plan Needs Assessments), contribution to the annual review process and delivery of SALT provision as specified in Education health and Care Plans (EHCPs)

Skills

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of child development and its application to speech and language therapy
• Knowledge of appropriate range of assessments and interventions for children with Speech, Language and Communication needs and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits to individual children
• Able to demonstrate clear clinical reasoning based on evidence-based practice
• Religious, Cultural and Linguistic issues impacting upon caseload management
• Able to identify appropriate goals and formulate care plans
• Awareness of standards of record keeping
• Understanding of safeguarding
• Able to use own initiative to organise and manage own caseload
• Knowledge of standards of record keeping
• Knowledge of Education Practice and Policy including the Children and Families Act 2014 and National Curriculum
• Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to preschool aged children)
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)

Desirable criteria

• Awareness of the principles of clinical governance/audit

Key Attributes

Essential criteria

• Excellent interpersonal skills - including observation, listening and empathy skills
• Negotiation, problem-solving, analytical and reflection skills
• Demonstrates the ability to be a good team member
• Responsive to change and ideas and adaptive and creative within new systems
• Ability to deal with and resolve conflict
• Sensitivity to others' differing needs
• Demonstrates good analytical and reflection skills
• Well-developed concentration skills
• Excellent presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Flexibility
• Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• To be occupational health cleared for the role specified.
• IT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes
• Manual dexterity for signing

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust