Job responsibilities
OVERVIEW
Unlocking Language is an independent Speech and Language Therapy provider, offering services in a range of paediatric settings.
This role involves providing advanced speech and language therapy services to children in a clinical setting. The therapist will assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in children, collaborating closely with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals. This may include (but is not limited to) clients with developmental language disorder, speech sound disorders, selective mutism, stammering and autism spectrum disorder.
The role is based mainly in a clinical setting, with standard working hours. Some flexibility in start and finish times may be required in accordance with the needs of the clients. Some travel may be required for home visits or work in different locations. The financial costs of travel between clients will be reimbursed.
This job description provides a comprehensive overview of the expectations and requirements for a Band 6 Paediatric Clinic Speech and Language Therapist, offering a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for those passionate about paediatric healthcare.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessment: Conduct detailed assessments to identify a comprehensive range of speech, language, and communication needs in children using a range of standardised and non-standardised tools and observations, along with case history taking.
Diagnosis: Accurately diagnose a broad range of speech, language and communication disorders and provide verbal and written feedback to parents, carers and/or schools as appropriate.
Treatment Planning and Intervention: Collaboratively develop and implement individualized therapy plans, creating SMART targets to address the clients areas of need. Use evidence-based practices to address speech, language, and communication disorders.
Collaboration: Work closely with families, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to therapy.
Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. Document and report on patient progress through written target updates and verbal feedback.
Education and Training: Provide training and advice to families, educational staff, and other professionals on how to support the childs speech and language development. Develop an area of clinical specialism and provide advice and support to colleagues in this area.
Clinical Governance and Professional Development: Engage in continual professional development to keep abreast of the latest research and techniques in paediatric speech and language therapy. Engage in regular supervision as part of professional growth.
Resource Development: Create and adapt resources to meet individual children's needs.
Ethical and Legal Compliance: Ensure all activities are in compliance with professional standards and legal regulations.
Caseload Management: Effectively manage a clinic caseload, including updating records, booking in sessions and completing required admin (e.g., reports and case notes) within a specified time frame.
Supervision: Provide professional supervision to junior colleagues in line with company guidelines. Support student speech and language therapy students as a Practice Educator.
Company development: Take the lead on projects designed to develop the effectiveness of company practice.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelors or Masters degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
Registration (or pending registration) with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Significant experience in pediatric speech and language therapy, particularly in a clinic setting.
SKILLS
Embodiment of the company values of empowerment, education, empathy and excellence through:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Empathy and a patient-centered approach.
Ability to reflect on practice and engage in career-long learning
Spoken and written language at equivalent to level 8 of the International English Language Testing System
Advanced understanding of child development and early years' education.
Strong problem solving skills
Strong leadership skills.
Willingness to take on additional duties as and when required to serve the interests of clients and support colleagues.
