Job summary
Join our exciting opportunity to develop a multidisciplinary programme to support Speech, Language and Communication knowledge!
We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in Calderdale, as part of a fixed-term workforce supporting an exciting new project funded by the Government's Change Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist with a keen interest in early years development and system-wide collaboration.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of an Early Years Screening Programme, identifying children who may benefit from speech and language support at the earliest stages.
Develop and deliver training materials for educational professionals, ensuring schools and nurseries are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support children's language development.
Work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals across health, education, and local authority services, integrating care to provide the best outcomes for children.
Contribute to the evaluation and roll-out of new initiatives, ensuring that interventions are effective and aligned with national best practice guidelines.
Demonstrate a strategic, creative, and dynamic approach to problem-solving and service delivery, promoting continuous improvement.
About us
This is an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our innovative and motivated Children's Therapy team in Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. The service consists of Dieticians, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants. We have team bases in both Halifax and Huddersfield, the post holder may work from other bases.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist who is looking for a role that offers variety, impact, and professional development. You will be part of an exciting, innovative initiative with the chance to influence and shape early years practice in the Calderdale area. You'll also have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience in a supportive environment, working alongside passionate professionals who share your commitment to improving children's futures.
This role offers excellent opportunities for system-wide working and will allow you to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. If you are a team player with a strong focus on strategic thinking, creativity, and a dynamic approach to service delivery, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of an Early Years Screening Programme, identifying children who may benefit from speech and language support at the earliest stages.
Develop and deliver training materials for educational professionals, ensuring schools and nurseries are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support childrens language development.
Work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals across health, education, and local authority services, integrating care to provide the best outcomes for children.
Contribute to the evaluation and roll-out of new initiatives, ensuring that interventions are effective and aligned with national best practice guidelines.
Demonstrate a strategic, creative, and dynamic approach to problem-solving and service delivery, promoting continuous improvement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Contribute to the development of an Early Years Screening Programme, identifying children who may benefit from speech and language support at the earliest stages.
Develop and deliver training materials for educational professionals, ensuring schools and nurseries are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support childrens language development.
Work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals across health, education, and local authority services, integrating care to provide the best outcomes for children.
Contribute to the evaluation and roll-out of new initiatives, ensuring that interventions are effective and aligned with national best practice guidelines.
Demonstrate a strategic, creative, and dynamic approach to problem-solving and service delivery, promoting continuous improvement.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- Relevant Degree/Diploma
- Registered with HPC / NMC
- Evidence of Postgraduate Training
- Clinical Educator Training
- Member of Professional Body
Desirable
- Studied at Masters level or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Recent experience demonstrating ability to assess, treat and evaluate care in paediatrics
- Good Clinical Reasoning skills
- Evidence of CPD, self-directed learning and Reflective Practice
- Awareness of relevant Legislation, NSF'S/ Local and National initiatives
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Critical Appraisal Skills
- Ability to maintain legible and accurate records
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, NSF's and local/National initiatives
- Evidence of recent experience of working with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
- Knowledge of child development and a range of common paediatric conditions
- Ability to carry out specialist assessments and treatments and evaluate intervention in terms of quality and outcomes for children and their families
- Evidence of up to date best practice in paediatrics
- Knowledge and experience of the principles and practice of partnership working within an integrated team
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately using knowledge of blurred boundary / competency frameworks
- Knowledge and understanding of national and local priorities pertaining to children
Desirable
- Experience of developing others
- Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. Audit, patient information
- Experience in dealing with complaints (e.g. diffusing complaint or investigating complaint)
- Experience in supervising and training others
- Carrying out PDR's
- Teaching/Presentation skills
- Attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups
- Relevant Accredited Postgraduate Training
- Experience of delivering training packages
- Previous experience working at Band 6 level with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
- Ability to identify and articulate own training needs
- Self motivated with ability to work independently and influence others
- Excellent Team Player
- Ability to recognise own limitations and have a willingness to share and learn skills from others
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands
- Ability to prioritise own and others caseloads
- Ability to make decisions and problem solve when dealing with routine situations
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- Relevant Degree/Diploma
- Registered with HPC / NMC
- Evidence of Postgraduate Training
- Clinical Educator Training
- Member of Professional Body
Desirable
- Studied at Masters level or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Recent experience demonstrating ability to assess, treat and evaluate care in paediatrics
- Good Clinical Reasoning skills
- Evidence of CPD, self-directed learning and Reflective Practice
- Awareness of relevant Legislation, NSF'S/ Local and National initiatives
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Critical Appraisal Skills
- Ability to maintain legible and accurate records
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, NSF's and local/National initiatives
- Evidence of recent experience of working with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
- Knowledge of child development and a range of common paediatric conditions
- Ability to carry out specialist assessments and treatments and evaluate intervention in terms of quality and outcomes for children and their families
- Evidence of up to date best practice in paediatrics
- Knowledge and experience of the principles and practice of partnership working within an integrated team
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately using knowledge of blurred boundary / competency frameworks
- Knowledge and understanding of national and local priorities pertaining to children
Desirable
- Experience of developing others
- Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. Audit, patient information
- Experience in dealing with complaints (e.g. diffusing complaint or investigating complaint)
- Experience in supervising and training others
- Carrying out PDR's
- Teaching/Presentation skills
- Attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups
- Relevant Accredited Postgraduate Training
- Experience of delivering training packages
- Previous experience working at Band 6 level with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential
- Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
- Ability to identify and articulate own training needs
- Self motivated with ability to work independently and influence others
- Excellent Team Player
- Ability to recognise own limitations and have a willingness to share and learn skills from others
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands
- Ability to prioritise own and others caseloads
- Ability to make decisions and problem solve when dealing with routine situations
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broad St/Princess Royal Community
Northgate / Greenhead Road
Halifax/Huddersfield
HX1 1UB
Employer's website
https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
