Job summary
We have 0.6WTE vacancy for a Paediatric Specialist Speech & Language Therapist in Barking & Dagenham in NE London in the Deafness Pathway.This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, supportive and experienced SLT team that can develop your skills and interests. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to be part of our team and contribute to the future of our service.
We are committed to providing a service that follows the most up to date research and evidence base in all our pathways. We are often at the forefront of innovative practise including the use of AI and other online platforms to enhance our work. This is a really exciting time to join our team!We provide a range of CPD through whole-team training, away days and individual training. You will join monthly team meetings and will be invited to integrated children's services meetings. We also have regular team socials and bring and share lunches. We are a flexible service with options for compressed hours and working in a way that suits the needs of the service and yourself.
We welcome applicants from all experienced and motivated therapists even if you do not feel that you meet all of the job criteria. Support to develop will be provided.
Main duties of the job
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To provide specialist knowledge, advice, training and teaching to parents, carers, students and the Speech and Language Therapy team.
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To work closely with clients, carers, families and school staff to embed inclusive speech, language and communication practice across settings.
About us
Our Values 2025 - 2030
Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT.
They are:We are kind.We are respectful.We work together with our communities.
These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.
Starting with NELFTNELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
Probationary PeriodThis post will be subject to a probationary period.
High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15%of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,714 and a maximum payment of £5,941 - per annum, pro rata for part time).
Job description
Job responsibilities
You would be joining a friendly and inclusive team which passionately advocates for the needs of our clients. Professional development is encouraged to further your skills, while support and advice from experienced colleagues is accessible whenever required. Based in B&D with established transport links, we are approximately 30 minutes by train from central London and 20 minutes from Stratford on public transport. We also have good transport links to Essex and Kent.Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.
Use of AIPlease see attached document regarding acceptable use of AIduring the recruitment process.
Certificates of SponsorshipAlthough we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You would be joining a friendly and inclusive team which passionately advocates for the needs of our clients. Professional development is encouraged to further your skills, while support and advice from experienced colleagues is accessible whenever required. Based in B&D with established transport links, we are approximately 30 minutes by train from central London and 20 minutes from Stratford on public transport. We also have good transport links to Essex and Kent.Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.
Use of AIPlease see attached document regarding acceptable use of AIduring the recruitment process.
Certificates of SponsorshipAlthough we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
Desirable
- Dysphagia competency Level A
- BSL Level 1 & 2
- Relevant training related to Deafness e.g. Deaf Awareness, Transcription for Deaf Speech Sounds
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children with social communication and language needs
- Experience administering communication assessments
- Experience delivering evidence-based therapy and intervention
- 1 years experience working in Deafness pathway
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- 2+ years experience working in Deafness Pathway
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of relevant information technology
- Good organisational skills
- knowledge of Relevant assessment tools
Desirable
- Understanding of local issues relevant to delivery of a SALT Service
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NELFT Trust Values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy
Desirable
- Dysphagia competency Level A
- BSL Level 1 & 2
- Relevant training related to Deafness e.g. Deaf Awareness, Transcription for Deaf Speech Sounds
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with children with social communication and language needs
- Experience administering communication assessments
- Experience delivering evidence-based therapy and intervention
- 1 years experience working in Deafness pathway
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- 2+ years experience working in Deafness Pathway
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of relevant information technology
- Good organisational skills
- knowledge of Relevant assessment tools
Desirable
- Understanding of local issues relevant to delivery of a SALT Service
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NELFT Trust Values
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).
