Job summary
If you are a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with leadership experience, this is an ideal opportunity to progress into an operational management role within a supportive and dynamic leadership team in our Children, Young People and Families (CYPF) division.
This permanent post is part time (22.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday) and is based in Reading. Whilst this management role is part-time, we also encourage candidates seeking full-time or 30 hours per week posts to apply as there are clinical opportunities within the service which can be discussed at interview.
You will work alongside the existing operational leads to share the responsibility for operationally leading the CYPIT service for school aged children and those within mainstream schools and specialist resources across the 3 unitary authorities in the west of Berkshire. You will support integrated teams of SLTs, OTs, Physios and assistants to embed a robust and continually improving approach, which promotes the development and wellbeing of children, young people and their families.
CYPIT service supports children and young people from birth to 19 years of age across Berkshire. We are an integrated therapy service, offering easy access to services through a single point of access and web-based advice via an on-line resource.
Main duties of the job
- Accountable for the delivery of high quality, effective and integrated services in mainstream schools, special schools and specialist resources which meet performance requirements
- Oversight of CYPIT involvement in SEND processes in the west, linking with CYPF SEND leads to ensure that we meet EHCP statutory deadlines and support staff to contribute to Tribunals.
- Development of an effective and motivated workforce
- Active role in strategic planning and the development of the services and policies across the organisation, including involvement of service users
- Develop and maintain excellent working relationships and communication links with internal and external stakeholders including commissioners and patients/carers
- Support the investigation, resolution, analysis and learning in relation to complaints and incidents
- Responsible for ensuring that relevant clinical and performance data is collected, including contribution to performance reports for commissioners
Deputises for the CYPF Lead for School Years services (west)
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
- Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Qualified SLT, OT or Physiotherapist, registered with HCPC
- Some previous leadership or management experience in childrens health care
- Working knowledge of SEND processes
- Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Emma Marsh on 07815 485060 or email:emma.marsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
- Qualified SLT, OT or Physiotherapist, registered with HCPC
- Some previous leadership or management experience in childrens health care
- Working knowledge of SEND processes
- Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Emma Marsh on 07815 485060 or email:emma.marsh@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- AHP qualification degree or equivalent
- HCPC Registered
- Completion of post graduate education relevant to clinical role of post
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of relevant training and maintenance of CPD
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in clinical work in children's services to a level of in depth knowledge and expertise
- Contribution to clinical supervisory or mentoring less experienced staff, students or assistants
- Evidence of leadership e.g. staff management, leading a project, change in practice
Desirable
- Experience of staff management
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- High level of knowledge of service provision within children's therapy services
- Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments
- Efficient, effective and diplomatic communication skills both written and verbal
- Awareness of community working and structures
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Awareness of budget management
- Understanding of data in performance monitoring and delivery of services
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- AHP qualification degree or equivalent
- HCPC Registered
- Completion of post graduate education relevant to clinical role of post
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of relevant training and maintenance of CPD
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in clinical work in children's services to a level of in depth knowledge and expertise
- Contribution to clinical supervisory or mentoring less experienced staff, students or assistants
- Evidence of leadership e.g. staff management, leading a project, change in practice
Desirable
- Experience of staff management
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- High level of knowledge of service provision within children's therapy services
- Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments
- Efficient, effective and diplomatic communication skills both written and verbal
- Awareness of community working and structures
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Awareness of budget management
- Understanding of data in performance monitoring and delivery of services
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites
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).
