St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Paediatric SLT Technical Instructor

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Job summary

The role of the Therapy Technical Instructor involves working with the Speech and Language Therapy team in partnership with parents and carers to support with speech and language as well as feeding and swallowing assessments. This will then extend to supporting with management and carrying out of swallowing and communication therapy plans while the patients are admitted. In addition to this, the Therapy Technical Instructor will support the running and coordination of the Videofluoroscopy clinic.

Main duties of the job

To support the Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Team in the day to day running of the service in St George's Hospital and to work as part of a team to provide a high standard of service delivery.

To provide high quality and comprehensive administrative support to the Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Team, ensuring the smooth running of systems that support the clinical service.

  • To assist in assessment and the delivery of appropriate packages of care in a variety of settings.
  • Contribute to clinical governance/audit projects within local service as requested.
  • Have responsibility for the safe use of equipment and toys with awareness of risk to self, children and carers.
  • To prepare equipment and produce resources as requested by the Speech and Language Therapist, to agreed departmental standards and sensitive to all issues of diversity.
  • To act as a resource and support for other Band 4 and Band 3 Assistants and to work with the Speech and Language Therapist and Team Lead to update procedures as necessary.
  • To supportSpeech and Language Therapists in carrying out parent training and where appropriate staff training

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year Per annum including inner london HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

200-NN-6886506-BC-Z

Job locations

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role involves supporting the Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Team through a range of clinical and administrative responsibilities.

Clinically, the individual will independently carry out tasks such as setting up Videofluoroscopy clinics, obtaining parental consent, delivering therapy interventions, and contributing to therapy program planning. They are also responsible for developing materials like parent information leaflets and managing stock therapy resources. The role requires adherence to departmental protocols and professional conduct, as well as providing support and guidance to less experienced assistants.

In terms of office administration, the individual will handle clerical duties such as ordering equipment, managing patient information, filing, and liaising with other team members. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting the use of department systems, and ensuring confidentiality. Communication is key, as the individual will engage with parents, professionals, and medical staff, providing updates and addressing concerns. Additionally, they will assist in creating resources and ensuring all correspondence meets Trust standards. The role demands excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage workloads independently, and participation in team meetings.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role involves supporting the Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Team through a range of clinical and administrative responsibilities.

Clinically, the individual will independently carry out tasks such as setting up Videofluoroscopy clinics, obtaining parental consent, delivering therapy interventions, and contributing to therapy program planning. They are also responsible for developing materials like parent information leaflets and managing stock therapy resources. The role requires adherence to departmental protocols and professional conduct, as well as providing support and guidance to less experienced assistants.

In terms of office administration, the individual will handle clerical duties such as ordering equipment, managing patient information, filing, and liaising with other team members. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting the use of department systems, and ensuring confidentiality. Communication is key, as the individual will engage with parents, professionals, and medical staff, providing updates and addressing concerns. Additionally, they will assist in creating resources and ensuring all correspondence meets Trust standards. The role demands excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage workloads independently, and participation in team meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education - GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • Working in paediatric hospital setting
  • Working with children with additional needs
  • Working with Speech and Language Therapy
  • Proven experience of providing excellent customer care

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of issues faced by people with Special Educational Needs and/or physical disabilities
  • Awareness of need for confidentiality and respecting dignity of clients
  • Understanding of child development

Skills

Essential

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent telephone manner, able to prioritise telephone calls
  • Effective verbal and written communication

Desirable

  • Fast, accurate typing and WP skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education - GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths

Experience

Essential

  • Working in paediatric hospital setting
  • Working with children with additional needs
  • Working with Speech and Language Therapy
  • Proven experience of providing excellent customer care

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of issues faced by people with Special Educational Needs and/or physical disabilities
  • Awareness of need for confidentiality and respecting dignity of clients
  • Understanding of child development

Skills

Essential

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent telephone manner, able to prioritise telephone calls
  • Effective verbal and written communication

Desirable

  • Fast, accurate typing and WP skills

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.

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Acute Paediatric SLT

Jessica De Bolfo

jessica.debolfo@stgeorges.nhs.uk

02087251887

Details

Date posted

27 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£31,944 to £34,937 a year Per annum including inner london HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

200-NN-6886506-BC-Z

Job locations

St George's Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT


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