Job summary
Are you looking to develop your career as a children's Speech and Language Therapist, perhaps looking to develop your experience in school settings?
Are you looking to work as part of a supportive team in a flexible working environment?
You will be joining the Children's Integrated Therapy (CIT) team at an exciting juncture as we implement a new service structure and therapy model. Our vacancies are in Oxford (City) and North East (Bicester / Kidlington)of the county, for enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated therapists to join our teams.
The role is advertised as a varied full-time position however we welcome applications for part-time positions. This role offers opportunities to work within both primary and secondary mainstream schools, as well as a specialist setting for secondary age children with MLD. Please indicate on your application form whether you are interested in a full-time or part-time position.
Main duties of the job
Working alongside experienced colleagues you would support band 5 and band 4 colleagues. You would support children on our core clinical pathways (Speech Sound Disorders, Language Difficulties, Social Communication) with the opportunity to do some work with our fluency specialist on the Stammering pathway.
The SLT team is made up of Band 5 and 6 Therapists, Technical Assistants, Apprentices, and both Specialist Team Leads and Specialist Clinical Leads (Band 7). We provide Speech and Language Therapy for children and young people aged 0 - 19 years across Oxfordshire in a range of settings. The Service delivery model is based on six Clinical Pathways and underpinned by the current evidence base.
You will have opportunities to work alongside other members of the CIT team - Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and CIT Assistant Practitioners, as well as collaborating with the wider MDT in Education, Health and Social Services. We also have close links with SLTs at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, where specialist services such as the Regional Cleft Palate and Cochlear Implant service are based.
You will have your own caseload to manage and prioritise, delivering timely assessment and intervention packages, contributing to the SEND process, engaging in clinical meetings and delivering training to staff and parents.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oxfordshire Children's Integrated Therapy Service is made up of Children's Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, profession specific Therapy Instructors, Integrated Therapy Assistant Practitioners and an Administrative Team. We are jointly commissioned by the ICB and Oxfordshire County Council. The Service is led by Operational Managers and Professional Leads for each Therapy.
Therapy teams have strong links with education colleagues, paediatricians, and AHP's across Oxford Health Trust.
We offer a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing supervision (both group and individual) and appraisal with development reviews from experienced specialist staff, regular in house training as well as opportunities for involvement in Service Development.
The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in the Trusts supervision and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oxfordshire Children's Integrated Therapy Service is made up of Children's Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, profession specific Therapy Instructors, Integrated Therapy Assistant Practitioners and an Administrative Team. We are jointly commissioned by the ICB and Oxfordshire County Council. The Service is led by Operational Managers and Professional Leads for each Therapy.
Therapy teams have strong links with education colleagues, paediatricians, and AHP's across Oxford Health Trust.
We offer a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing supervision (both group and individual) and appraisal with development reviews from experienced specialist staff, regular in house training as well as opportunities for involvement in Service Development.
The successful candidate will be expected to actively engage in the Trusts supervision and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma / degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registration (or pending) RCSLT registration (or pending)
Desirable
- Experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
- Formal post graduate training in dysphagia
- Speciality specific post graduate courses
other
Essential
- UK Driving Licence and use of vehicle for travelling during working hours
skills/experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people with speech and language / communication needs
- Up to date with evidence-based practice, national guidelines and new research
- Experience of Therapy Outcome Measures, TOMS and specific assessment tools for children.
- Experience of managing and prioritising a caseload.
Desirable
- Involvement in audit or research
- Experience in line management of staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma / degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registration (or pending) RCSLT registration (or pending)
Desirable
- Experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
- Formal post graduate training in dysphagia
- Speciality specific post graduate courses
other
Essential
- UK Driving Licence and use of vehicle for travelling during working hours
skills/experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people with speech and language / communication needs
- Up to date with evidence-based practice, national guidelines and new research
- Experience of Therapy Outcome Measures, TOMS and specific assessment tools for children.
- Experience of managing and prioritising a caseload.
Desirable
- Involvement in audit or research
- Experience in line management of staff
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
