- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent
- Health Professions Council Registration
- Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Evidence of successful completion of advanced specialist short courses in paediatric communication, to level of masters or equivalent
- Member of Relevant Clinical Excellence Networks
- Post-graduate paediatric feeding / dysphagia accreditation or equivalent
- In-depth postgraduate experience in specialist area of Paediatrics at an Advanced Specialist level
- Proven competence in the independent assessment, treatment and management of complex communication disorders associated with a paediatric caseload
- Experience in developing and delivering training to other professionals, including those in the education setting
- Experience of providing clinical supervision and line management
- Experience of advising / providing second opinions
- Involvement in multidisciplinary working
- Experience of working with an Oncology caseload
- Experience of working with a Neuro Rehab caseload
- Experience of working with children with complex / multiple needs who require more than one discipline, ASD, Social Communication Difficulties, ADHD, Sensory Processing difficulties, mood disorders, challenging behaviour, hearing loss
- Experience in the independent assessment, treatment and management of CYP with complex eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties
- Experience of working collaboratively with Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Psychology
- Experience of chairing multidisciplinary team meetings
- Experience of working with children and families in distress
- Experience of working in a wide range of setting including Acute, Community, homes and schools
- Advanced knowledge of a range of assessment tools and therapeutic interventions for CYP with speech, language and communication needs
- In-depth knowledge of RCSLT guidelines and national policies and procedures relevant to CYP
- In-depth understanding of the principles of clinical governance / audit to monitor and improve service
- Understanding of the roles of other professionals relevant to client group
- Awareness of demand and capacity issues
- Knowledge of standards of record keeping
- Knowledge of strategic direction of local organisation
- Up to date knowledge of advances in clinical specialism of Paediatric Neuro Rehabilitation and Oncology
- Knowledge of the following therapy approaches for children: attention and listening programmes such as Attention Autism; Lego therapy; Zones of Regulation; SCERTS; Colourful Semantics
- Knowledge of keyworker systems for patients
- Knowledge of GAS (Goal Attainment Scaling) measures
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening and empathy skills
- Good auditory and perceptual discriminatory skills for analysis of speech, including phonetic transcription
- Excellent presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrates ability to be an effective team member and assume leadership responsibilities
- Ability to lead development of local policies, care protocols and team objectives
- Ability to translate policy into practice
- Highly developed negotiation and problem solving skills for management of complex cases
- Excellent analytical and reflection skills
- Excellent prioritisation and organisational skills
- Computer literate for the preparation of reports, presentations and therapy materials
- Counselling skills
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Advanced Speech and Language Therapist - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Description
Job summary
An opportunity is available for a Band 7 Advanced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist for a Fixed Term / Secondment. This role works predominantly within the Brainbow Team seeing children and young people up to the age of 16 within the Outpatient setting, however, line management, peer support and supervision is provided within the Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Team. There is scope for you to assist with Inpatient assessment and intervention for Brainbow patients, depending on your interests, knowledge and skills.
The focus of assessment and intervention tends to be on speech, language and communication needs, however, there is also an element of behavioural feeding difficulties and dysphagia within the caseload. We welcome applications from SLTs from different clinical backgrounds, but with relevant experience and transferrable skills, as any training and development needs will be identified and a personal development plan agreed and supported.
The post also has responsibility of line management of a dedicated Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering neuro rehabilitation to babies and children who have an oncology related brain injury and who are under the care of the Addenbrooke's Paediatric Oncology Service. This service is provided within both Inpatient and Outpatient settings. The post holder will also liaise closely with Community Speech and Language Therapy Services and offer occasional Outreach Services to children at home and/or in educational settings.
To liaise closely with Inpatient colleagues, lead on the development of SLT services within the area of specialism and to act as a resource for other Therapists in the area of expertise.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Brainbow was founded in 2013 as the first dedicated Neuro-Oncology Rehabilitation Service in the UK. The service was established by three local East of England charities, founded by the parents of children with brain tumours. Brainbow was launched with the aim to ensure that all children with Brain Tumours reach their full potential. Over the past 10 years the department has grown and adapted to best meet the needs of the children and family it serves and is now a fully funded NHS service. Brainbow is a Multidisciplinary Team made up of a Clinical Lead, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Education and Clinical Psychology. The department is supported by a Service Manager and Administrative Assistant.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
The advert will close at midnight on 6 May 2024.
Interviews are due to be held on 17 May 2024.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
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