Speech & Language Therapist
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Job summary
Are you a speech and language therapist looking for a Band 6 role working with children in our supportive and progressive NHS team?
What do you need to know about us?
- Were a Balanced System service we work in an evidence-based way at a universal, targeted and specialist level.
- We are a supportive team, working together in schools and settings
- We invest in the professional development of our staff
- We have excellent admin support with two main bases
- All our team are well equipped to do their job we invest in resources/equipment, so we all have what we need on a day-to-day basis
- None of our team were redeployed during the pandemic and we were back to face-to-face work in Sept 2020 with new investment from our commissioners to support children disadvantaged by the pandemic
If you wish to be considered for a secondment please gain permission from your Substantive Manager before applying
Main duties of the job
What are the potential opportunities within this role?
- Working in our early years and mainstream school team, including taking a lead therapist role for one of our large Family Hubs
- Developing clinical knowledge and skills in a range of areas, including early years and working at a universal and targeted level in mainstream schools
- Delivering training both formal and informal
- Supporting less experienced therapists and developing skills in mentorship
This might be the role for you if you:
- Are a current Band 5 looking to develop your skills at Band 6
- Are looking for a supportive team with opportunities to develop your clinical knowledge and skills
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Details
Date posted
07 October 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9798-0780
Job locations
Franche Clinic
Marlpool Place
Kidderminster
Worcestershire
DY11 5BB
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Franche Clinic
Marlpool Place
Kidderminster
Worcestershire
DY11 5BB
Employer's website
https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
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