Wiltshire Health and Care LLP

Speech & Language Therapist

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Job summary

Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist (Adult Acquired Teams)

15 hours a week (fixed term until 16.2.26)

Chippenham Community Hospital

We are looking for a newly or recently qualified Speech and Language Therapist with an interest in community adults to join our Adult SLT Team, covering the current post holders maternity leave.

The post is likely to be focused around the north of the county, although there may be a requirement to travel elsewhere in Wiltshire. The post will focus on a mixed adult caseload, including stroke, progressive disorders, voice and mental health for 2 days a week based at Chippenham Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The role will focus predominantly on working with a wide range of communication difficulties, although there may also be some opportunities to develop dysphagia skills, with appropriate clinical supervision from specialist colleagues.

We are supporting a digital first model for our community work, but also provide face to face outpatient clinics and domiciliary visits

We have a robust system of supervision and provide CPD opportunities throughout the year. Clinical supervision will be available from specialist colleagues in the Adult Acquired Teams and joint working practises are actively encouraged.

You will need to demonstrate an interest in a varied and sometimes challenging caseload and demonstrate a flexible approach to new initiatives.

A car owner/driver is essential.

If you have any questions please contact Sam Dicks, Head of SLT on 07900 497181

About us

Wiltshire Health and Care provides community based health services, enabling people to live healthy independent lives. Our Vision is to enable people to live independant and fulfilling lives for as long as possible. We are an NHS partnership organisation, focused entirely on delivering quality health and care to the people of Wiltshire - not on making a profit.

There has never been a better time to join us. Community services are expanding as part of the NHS Long Term Plan and the population of Wiltshire has never needed the energy, enthusiasm and commitment of our community-focused teams more than now. You will join a friendly and supportive team who live our values of Quality, Integrity, Partnership and Change, which were developed with our staff, patients and carers.

If you already live in or near Wiltshire, youll know that it is a great place to live and work: rolling countryside, bustling market towns and vibrant city life combined with excellent transport links and good schools. If you are looking to move to the area, we offer local employment and a chance to play a crucial role as part of your new community straight away. What are you waiting for?!

Date posted

12 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9085-WHC-22101

Job locations

Chippenham Community Hospital

Rowden Hill

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent qualification).
Licence to practice from Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, which is issued following attainment of degree as well as the successful completion of clinical placements
Registration with Health and Care Professions Council
Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and evidence of own professional development
Have some knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines

Desirable

Have post graduate dysphagia training

Experience

Essential

To be able to demonstrate empathy, support and reassurance to individuals who have a communication and/or swallowing impairment and with their carers and families.
Able to communicate clearly, directly and honestly, in an open manner.
Have a good awareness of self and of others.

Additional Criteria

Essential

Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent qualification).
Licence to practice from Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, which is issued following attainment of degree as well as the successful completion of clinical placements
Registration with Health and Care Professions Council
Membership of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, and evidence of own professional development
Have some knowledge of national and local clinical guidelines

Desirable

Have post graduate dysphagia training

Experience

Essential

To be able to demonstrate empathy, support and reassurance to individuals who have a communication and/or swallowing impairment and with their carers and families.
Able to communicate clearly, directly and honestly, in an open manner.
Have a good awareness of self and of others.

Additional Criteria

Essential

Access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wiltshire Health and Care LLP

Address

Chippenham Community Hospital

Rowden Hill

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

Employer's website

https://wiltshirehealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Wiltshire Health and Care LLP

Address

Chippenham Community Hospital

Rowden Hill

Chippenham

Wiltshire

SN15 2AJ

Employer's website

https://wiltshirehealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)