Job summary
Team CDDFT
speech and language therapy are pleased to advertise an exciting Speech and
Language Therapy 12 month fixed term post which includes a number of
development opportunities in both acute and community, based at University
Hospital North Durham within our well supported Speech and Language Therapy
team. The fixed term Band 5 post will be supported by senior staff to ensure
that the successful applicant develops a broad range of dysphagia and
communication competencies that meet the Royal College of Speech and Language
Therapy standards. The successful candidate will also benefit from additional
support as part of CDDFT Preceptorship programme.
The
successful County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of the
largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of around
600,000 people. We are a high performing
organisation with a track record of success
Main duties of the job
We
are looking for a well-organised therapist who would like to develop post-basic
dysphagia and communication rehab skills
with an interesting neurological caseload in a range of acute and community
settings including nursing homes, residential homes, domiciliary visiting and
out-patients. The successful candidate will hold a degree in Speech and
Language Therapy, be registered with the Health Professionals Council and be
committed to continuing professional development. We will provide professional
development opportunities to enable career development and support completion
of NQP competencies. The Trust also offers a preceptorship programme which is
proven to help support and develop new staff with a carousel of CPD
opportunities.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA Band 3 within the NHS for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Speech and Language Therapy Service offers a supportive
team of experienced colleagues allowing ready-access to support second opinions
and ongoing peer supervision to deliver evidence-based practice assessment and
therapy to patients across all settings.
You will help supervise speech and language therapy students, as well as
contribute to the delivery of teaching programmes to a wide range of community
professionals enhancing patient care.
We can offer you a challenging and rewarding post that
includes:
Clinical
supervision
Monthly
staff meetings, regular management supervision and peer support groups
Annual
Appraisal
In-Service
Training
Well-
resourced department with up-to-date technology
Good
access to communication aids/ iPad and apps
Mobile-working
laptop and mobile phone
Professional
Lead in Speech and Language Therapy and Clinical Leads in all specialist areas
Weekly
SLT-led VFSS/ FEES
Good IT
access
If successful you will be required to undertake a CRB
check. A copy of the Code of Practice is
available on request.
Please note this position requires a Disclosure Barring
Service check (DBS) formerly
To apply please go to www.jobs.nhs.uk Quoting the job
reference number
IN LINE WITH NHS EMPLOYMENT CHECK STANDARDS, YOU MUST BE
ABLE TO PROVIDE WRITTEN REFERENCES COVERING A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS PREVIOUS
EMPLOYMENT AND/OR TRAINING.
The Trust has core values of Quality, Care, Respect,
Leadership and Achievement which it expects all employees to demonstrate. Full
details of these are available on the Trust website:
http://www.cddft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-core-values.aspx
We positively welcome applications from all sections of the
community and actively promote equal opportunities.
Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all
applicants and those who are not contacted within 6 weeks should assume that
their application has been unsuccessful.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Speech and Language Therapy Service offers a supportive
team of experienced colleagues allowing ready-access to support second opinions
and ongoing peer supervision to deliver evidence-based practice assessment and
therapy to patients across all settings.
You will help supervise speech and language therapy students, as well as
contribute to the delivery of teaching programmes to a wide range of community
professionals enhancing patient care.
We can offer you a challenging and rewarding post that
includes:
Clinical
supervision
Monthly
staff meetings, regular management supervision and peer support groups
Annual
Appraisal
In-Service
Training
Well-
resourced department with up-to-date technology
Good
access to communication aids/ iPad and apps
Mobile-working
laptop and mobile phone
Professional
Lead in Speech and Language Therapy and Clinical Leads in all specialist areas
Weekly
SLT-led VFSS/ FEES
Good IT
access
If successful you will be required to undertake a CRB
check. A copy of the Code of Practice is
available on request.
Please note this position requires a Disclosure Barring
Service check (DBS) formerly
To apply please go to www.jobs.nhs.uk Quoting the job
reference number
IN LINE WITH NHS EMPLOYMENT CHECK STANDARDS, YOU MUST BE
ABLE TO PROVIDE WRITTEN REFERENCES COVERING A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS PREVIOUS
EMPLOYMENT AND/OR TRAINING.
The Trust has core values of Quality, Care, Respect,
Leadership and Achievement which it expects all employees to demonstrate. Full
details of these are available on the Trust website:
http://www.cddft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/our-core-values.aspx
We positively welcome applications from all sections of the
community and actively promote equal opportunities.
Unfortunately, we are unable to respond to all
applicants and those who are not contacted within 6 weeks should assume that
their application has been unsuccessful.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant working/ placement experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech & Language Therapy Degree or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Health Professionals Council License to Practice Click here to enter text
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of national and local Health/education/Social Care Policies and practices.
- Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices which requires expertise within a specialism or discipline, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of a range of procedures and practices relating to the identification, definition diagnosis and remediation of disorders of human communication, some of which are non-routine.
- Ability to make judgements involving a range of facts or situations which require the analysis or comparison of a range of options.
- Planning and organisational skills applicable to handling a small number of complex activities that may require the formulation and adjustment of plans.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills persuasion, negotiation, training, empathy and re-assurance.
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information.
- Commitment to developing own clinical and non-clinical expertise.
- To keep up to date with current clinical and technical advances in discussion with more senior clinicians.
- To accept advice and support from more senior clinicians on a regular basis in order to promote professional development.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel independently countywide
- Driving posts must have valid Full UK driving license
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant working/ placement experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech & Language Therapy Degree or equivalent as recognised by RCSLT
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Health Professionals Council License to Practice Click here to enter text
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of national and local Health/education/Social Care Policies and practices.
- Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices which requires expertise within a specialism or discipline, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of a range of procedures and practices relating to the identification, definition diagnosis and remediation of disorders of human communication, some of which are non-routine.
- Ability to make judgements involving a range of facts or situations which require the analysis or comparison of a range of options.
- Planning and organisational skills applicable to handling a small number of complex activities that may require the formulation and adjustment of plans.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills persuasion, negotiation, training, empathy and re-assurance.
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information.
- Commitment to developing own clinical and non-clinical expertise.
- To keep up to date with current clinical and technical advances in discussion with more senior clinicians.
- To accept advice and support from more senior clinicians on a regular basis in order to promote professional development.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Able to travel independently countywide
- Driving posts must have valid Full UK driving license
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).
