Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
Posted 5 days ago by Devon Partnership NHS Trust
£56,515 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Devon, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role is for a Fixed Term 0.6 WTE Band 7 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist focused on supporting young people with Learning Disabilities within the Children's Learning Disabilities Pathway. The position involves collaboration with colleagues in Learning Disabilities and speech and language therapists across various localities in Devon. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assessing and supporting children and their families, while also contributing to the professional development of peers. Applications for a B6 development post may be considered for candidates with relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and support children and young people with Learning Disabilities and their families/carers.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the Children's Learning Disabilities Pathway.
- Provide training and support to others in developing their competencies.
- Work within any of the three CFHD localities.
Key Skills:
- Experience and training relevant to Speech and Language Therapy.
- Ability to support and develop the competencies of others.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for working in children's community services.
Salary (Rate): £56,515.00 yearly
City: Devon
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job summary We are excited to be advertising for a Fixed Term (until May 2027) 0.6 WTE Band 7 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist with a specialist interest in young people with Leaning Disabilities. This role will be part of the Children's Learning Disabilities Pathway, working closely with colleagues in LD but with strong professional links to speech and language therapists across CFHD.This role can be based within any of the three CFHD localities. Applications for a B6 development post may also be considered for those with relevant experience. Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) is the place to be! We are developing an innovative, integrated model of childrens community services and looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly and dedicated locality and county-wide professional teams. As a large community service, you will be joining a strong, enthusiastic and supportive group of professionals who will be your peers, your phone a friend network and your inspiring colleagues. This provides a real sense of professional collaboration at work, that will be an asset to your daily work, your career development and your support network.
Main duties of the job The post holder will take a key role in the assessment and support of children and young people and their families/carers with in the Children's Learning Disabilities pathway across the recruiting locality. The successful applicant will have experience and training relevant to this role and be able to support others in developing their own competencies.