Job summary
About us
Fieldbay provides high-quality services for people who have complex needs associated with mental illness, learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, dementia and long-term conditions such as Huntingtons disease.
We specialise in working with people that are regarded as too challenging for ordinary nursing and social care settings.
Your role as a Speech and Language Therapist requires you:
To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for service users.
To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the treatment plan.
To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as necessary.
To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with RCSLT/HCPC guidelines and company standards.
To maintain confidentiality of service user information
To always ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice.
To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential training.
To participate in clinical audit in accordance with company policy.
To abide by the Speech and Language Therapy professional code of conduct.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To assess, differentially diagnose, provide treatment and manage a caseload of adults with acquired
communication and swallowing disorders for service users in nursing, residential and domiciliary
care services. The purpose of this role is to manage own caseload and ensure the provision of
quality Speech and Language Therapy services for Fieldbay.
Clinical
1. To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for
service users.
2. To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the
treatment plan.
3. To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as
necessary.
4. To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with Royal College of
Speech and Language Therapists/Health Professions Council guidelines and company
standards.
5. To provide training, observation and supervision of therapy assistant staff to ensure
competence for carrying out speech and language therapy treatment programmes under
direction by the qualified speech and language therapist.
6. To maintain confidentiality of service user information.
7. To ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice at all times.
8. To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential
training.
About us
Welcome to Fieldbay.
Were proud of our reputation for
providing the highest levels of care and
support delivered by our expert teams.
Fieldbay is part of Ivolve Group, one of the largest adult
social care providers in the UK today and we plan to
keep growing and benefiting more people.
Its the professional expertise and passion of our team
that makes us different. We genuinely care and we love
supporting people to live their best lives according to all
abilities and where we can, help individuals to set and
then reach their goals. Having a person led approach
and involving people in choices is central to helping
each person achieve their aims and goals.
We believe that every person deserves the very best
experience every day.
Our Values
We Are Passionate
Our values reflect us all. They set out our culture, the way we
behave and the way we do things. Theres something quite
special about the people who work here. Together we create
a fresh approach to care and support.
We are enthusiastic about our work giving others
a boost with our energy. We are proactive, with
person-led care and new opportunities. We are
uncompromising in delivering high-quality and
consistent care and support.
We never behave negatively, or in a controlling or
intimidating way.
We Are Kind
We always work in a kind, warm and professional way.
Were an expert, confident and safe pair of hands.
We take time to listen without judgement and
communicate clearly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Responsible to: Head of Therapy
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
1. To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for
service users.
2. To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the
treatment plan.
3. To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as
necessary.
4. To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with Royal College of
Speech and Language Therapists/Health Professions Council guidelines and company
standards.
5. To provide training, observation and supervision of therapy assistant staff to ensure
competence for carrying out speech and language therapy treatment programmes under
direction by the qualified speech and language therapist.
6. To maintain confidentiality of service user information.
7. To ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice at all times.
8. To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential
training.
9. To participate in clinical audit in accordance with company policy.
10. To abide by the RCSLT professional code of conduct.
Communication
11. To liaise with members of care staff to ensure understanding of Speech and Language Therapy
procedures.
12. To communicate effectively with external agencies, community teams and families of service
users as appropriate.
13. To provide clinical advice and in house training for care staff to ensure understanding of
Speech and Language Therapy.
14. To actively partake in regular supervision sessions with supervisor.
15. To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings, service user review meetings, and include
external assessors reviews.
Continued Professional Development
16. To ensure continued professional development through reading, attending courses and
networking with local and special interest groups.
17. To maintain professional registration and to keep an updated CPD portfolio to support this.
18. To maintain an awareness of current trends in Speech and Language Therapy and carry out
study in relevant areas.
19. To contribute to supervision / appraisal of therapy assistant staff, and to provide fieldwork
placements to Speech and Language Therapy students (assisting supervisors of students of
other professions).
Training and Supervisory
20. To actively participate in departmental training activities.
21. To participate in joint sessions and specific training to develop skills and knowledge
22. To attend mandatory training in accordance with Fieldbays policy and to attend in-service
training and external courses.
23. To participate in the induction of new staff as appropriate
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a
complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
24. Additional Information
Health and Safety at work
The post holder is required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself/herself and
other persons who may be affected by their action or omission at work and will be responsible for the
Health and Safety in their units, participating in audits and H&S meetings as required.
Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements are complied with.
Confidentiality
The post holder has a responsibility to comply with the Data Protect Act 1998 and maintain
confidentiality of staff, patients and the business.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Responsible to: Head of Therapy
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
1. To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for
service users.
2. To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the
treatment plan.
3. To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as
necessary.
4. To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with Royal College of
Speech and Language Therapists/Health Professions Council guidelines and company
standards.
5. To provide training, observation and supervision of therapy assistant staff to ensure
competence for carrying out speech and language therapy treatment programmes under
direction by the qualified speech and language therapist.
6. To maintain confidentiality of service user information.
7. To ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice at all times.
8. To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential
training.
9. To participate in clinical audit in accordance with company policy.
10. To abide by the RCSLT professional code of conduct.
Communication
11. To liaise with members of care staff to ensure understanding of Speech and Language Therapy
procedures.
12. To communicate effectively with external agencies, community teams and families of service
users as appropriate.
13. To provide clinical advice and in house training for care staff to ensure understanding of
Speech and Language Therapy.
14. To actively partake in regular supervision sessions with supervisor.
15. To attend and contribute to regular staff meetings, service user review meetings, and include
external assessors reviews.
Continued Professional Development
16. To ensure continued professional development through reading, attending courses and
networking with local and special interest groups.
17. To maintain professional registration and to keep an updated CPD portfolio to support this.
18. To maintain an awareness of current trends in Speech and Language Therapy and carry out
study in relevant areas.
19. To contribute to supervision / appraisal of therapy assistant staff, and to provide fieldwork
placements to Speech and Language Therapy students (assisting supervisors of students of
other professions).
Training and Supervisory
20. To actively participate in departmental training activities.
21. To participate in joint sessions and specific training to develop skills and knowledge
22. To attend mandatory training in accordance with Fieldbays policy and to attend in-service
training and external courses.
23. To participate in the induction of new staff as appropriate
This job description indicates the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as a
complete list and may be subject to review periodically.
24. Additional Information
Health and Safety at work
The post holder is required to take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself/herself and
other persons who may be affected by their action or omission at work and will be responsible for the
Health and Safety in their units, participating in audits and H&S meetings as required.
Co-operate with the employer in ensuring that all statutory and other requirements are complied with.
Confidentiality
The post holder has a responsibility to comply with the Data Protect Act 1998 and maintain
confidentiality of staff, patients and the business.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapist Qualification
Experience
Essential
- The successful applicant will be required to provide comprehensive individualised assessments and person-centred treatment programmes covering all aspects of Speech and Language Therapy. They will be expected to work independently and will be required to manage their own caseload. An ability to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills is essential, as is flexibility of thinking to deliver Therapy to a group of service users with challenging and changing needs.
- Our Speech and Language Therapists are effective planning and organising workload and time is an integral part of the post. There will be an expectation to undertake continuing CPD and to partake in staff support and training.
- Very few jobs have such an impact on peoples lives. And being the supportive human being you are, youre ideally cut out to join us.
-
- Why choose Fieldbay
- We are fortunate to have a full MDT as part of our core team in Fieldbay. The team includes Advanced Practitioners trained in Manual Handling, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Positive Behavioural Support (PBS). We also have a Consultant Psychiatrist.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a full MDT as part of our core team.
- Such as Advanced Practitioners trained in Manual Handling, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Positive Behavioural Support (PBS).
- Experience of promoting overall independence levels of the people we support, through rehabilitation (if appropriate), stimulation and social integration so everyone can live their best life.
- Experience of supporting individuals who are less able and ensure that everyone benefits from the highest standards of care and support during their time with us.
-
- You will be able to carryout the following:
- To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for service users.
- To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the treatment plan.
- To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as necessary.
- To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with RCSLT/HCPC guidelines and company standards.
- To maintain confidentiality of service user information
- To always ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice.
- To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential training.
- To participate in clinical audit in accordance with company policy.
- To abide by the Speech and Language Therapy professional code of conduct.
Essential Qualities
Essential
- Be kind,
- Be Caring,
- High Standards,
- Able to get stuck into your role.
- Work as a team,
- Be Self-motivated,
- Use your own initiative,
- Collaborate with other team members,
- Great energy across the business,
- Passionate about care,
- Genuine and authentic in everything you do,
- Be flexible and adaptable to working together to make it happen
Desirable
- Highest level of communication both written and verbally.
- IT Skills
- Passion for people and make caring your profession
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapist Qualification
Experience
Essential
- The successful applicant will be required to provide comprehensive individualised assessments and person-centred treatment programmes covering all aspects of Speech and Language Therapy. They will be expected to work independently and will be required to manage their own caseload. An ability to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills is essential, as is flexibility of thinking to deliver Therapy to a group of service users with challenging and changing needs.
- Our Speech and Language Therapists are effective planning and organising workload and time is an integral part of the post. There will be an expectation to undertake continuing CPD and to partake in staff support and training.
- Very few jobs have such an impact on peoples lives. And being the supportive human being you are, youre ideally cut out to join us.
-
- Why choose Fieldbay
- We are fortunate to have a full MDT as part of our core team in Fieldbay. The team includes Advanced Practitioners trained in Manual Handling, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Positive Behavioural Support (PBS). We also have a Consultant Psychiatrist.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a full MDT as part of our core team.
- Such as Advanced Practitioners trained in Manual Handling, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Hydrotherapy and Positive Behavioural Support (PBS).
- Experience of promoting overall independence levels of the people we support, through rehabilitation (if appropriate), stimulation and social integration so everyone can live their best life.
- Experience of supporting individuals who are less able and ensure that everyone benefits from the highest standards of care and support during their time with us.
-
- You will be able to carryout the following:
- To undertake assessment and formulate person-centred, goal orientated treatment plans for service users.
- To carry out appropriate Speech and Language Therapy intervention as documented in the treatment plan.
- To continuously evaluate Speech and Language Therapy intervention and to review as necessary.
- To record all Speech and Language Therapy intervention in accordance with RCSLT/HCPC guidelines and company standards.
- To maintain confidentiality of service user information
- To always ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice.
- To comply with all mandatory health and safety requirements and undertake essential training.
- To participate in clinical audit in accordance with company policy.
- To abide by the Speech and Language Therapy professional code of conduct.
Essential Qualities
Essential
- Be kind,
- Be Caring,
- High Standards,
- Able to get stuck into your role.
- Work as a team,
- Be Self-motivated,
- Use your own initiative,
- Collaborate with other team members,
- Great energy across the business,
- Passionate about care,
- Genuine and authentic in everything you do,
- Be flexible and adaptable to working together to make it happen
Desirable
- Highest level of communication both written and verbally.
- IT Skills
- Passion for people and make caring your profession
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).
