Job summary
Do you have developing skills in the management of deaf children and would like to work in an tertiary hospital? Our Cochlear Implant Speech and Language TherapyTeam are looking for an experienced SLT to join them. You would join our innovative and supportive team of SLT specialising in Cochlear Implant and a CI SLT Support Worker, based on the central Great Ormond Street Hospital . Youwill provide a high-level specialist Speech and Language Therapy service consisting of assessment, differential diagnosis, interpretation, treatment and management of children for a designated geographical caseload of deaf children on the cochlear implant programme. As a tertiary level service, these CYP will present with complex medical and communication presentations requiring the input of a multidisciplinary team. You will provide high level specialist input to the assessment, treatment planning and provision of therapy programmes making recommendations to community personnel, including health visitors, teachers, SENCOS and particularly the Speech and Language Therapy profession regarding ongoing provision and need. You are required to contribute to formal and informal undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training of Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals and is responsible for providing support and clinical supervision to students and volunteers. Audit and innovation are central to our practice and research academic pathways are supported.
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Main duties of the job
- To provide a high level specialist speech and language therapy service consisting of assessment, differential diagnosis, interpretation, treatment, management and outcomes in individuals with complex communication disorders associated with deafness, within amultidisciplinary team setting. Many of the patients on the caseload present with multiple diagnoses This requires joint evaluation, application of expansive skill set and collaborativemanagement.
- To function as an independent practitioner accessing the SSH Service's formal supervision system and seeking and maintaining peer support from other specialist practitioners, in line with Clinical Governance and professional guidelines.
- To present the specialised subject in an evidenced based framework and at an appropriate level to a wide range of audiences (eg. parents, teachers, medical colleagues, Allied Health Professionals, consumer groups) in consultation with the Lead SLT for the service.
- To initiate, plan and implement and contribute to research, development and audit activities under the guidance of the Team Leader and the Head of Speech and Language Therapy
- To adhere to relevant National, Trust and Departmental policies and procedures regarding clinical and administrative practices.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Health Professions Council license to practice
- Training in clinical and student supervision
Desirable
- Accredited postgraduate courses in cochlear implant communication difficulties at Masters equivalent level
- SLT Clinical/Research Master's Degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication disorders associated with deafness
- Experience of working in an advisory role with other therapists
- Experience of formal presentations
- Evidence of teaching SLTs and other professions
- Experience in student clinical supervision
- Experience of interdisciplinary team working
- Experience of using informal and formal speech and language assessment and intervention strategies and tools for children across a range of age groups
- Knowledge of the impact of cultural and bilingual issues for SLTs working with this caseload
- Knowledge of the process of Statements of Educational Need
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group including non-invasive and invasive investigations of velopharyngeal investigations
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, sustained concentration and empathy with patients and relatives who themselves may have a range of complex communication impairments
- Able to manage the emotional consequences of working with patients with a range of communication disorders
- Negotiation, analytic and problem-solving skills
- Skills in enabling local Speech and Language Therapists and other relevant professionals to develop and implement individual therapy programmes
- Excellent auditory skills, including phonetic transcription
- Demonstrable ability for team-working
- Sound knowledge of IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office software
- Formal presentation skills training
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent
- Registered Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Health Professions Council license to practice
- Training in clinical and student supervision
Desirable
- Accredited postgraduate courses in cochlear implant communication difficulties at Masters equivalent level
- SLT Clinical/Research Master's Degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of communication disorders associated with deafness
- Experience of working in an advisory role with other therapists
- Experience of formal presentations
- Evidence of teaching SLTs and other professions
- Experience in student clinical supervision
- Experience of interdisciplinary team working
- Experience of using informal and formal speech and language assessment and intervention strategies and tools for children across a range of age groups
- Knowledge of the impact of cultural and bilingual issues for SLTs working with this caseload
- Knowledge of the process of Statements of Educational Need
Desirable
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools relevant to the specialist client group including non-invasive and invasive investigations of velopharyngeal investigations
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, sustained concentration and empathy with patients and relatives who themselves may have a range of complex communication impairments
- Able to manage the emotional consequences of working with patients with a range of communication disorders
- Negotiation, analytic and problem-solving skills
- Skills in enabling local Speech and Language Therapists and other relevant professionals to develop and implement individual therapy programmes
- Excellent auditory skills, including phonetic transcription
- Demonstrable ability for team-working
- Sound knowledge of IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office software
- Formal presentation skills training
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
