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Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

On-site in Cambridge·Part-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £28,392 - £31,157 a year
About £2,000 - £2,160 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Cambridge
Contract: Fixed-term, part-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Thursday 19 November

Skills

Patient Care

Nice to have

Requirements

What we're looking for

Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent including English and Maths GCSE level A-C
Relevant other qualification to A-level/ NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Experience of supporting children and/or young adults with health, social or educational needs.
Working as a team member
Working with indirect supervision
Knowledge of the NHS
Knowledge of the role of Speech and Language Therapy
Basic understanding of speech, language and communication difficulties in children and young adults
Evidence of participation in personal/ professional development activities relevant to post
Ability to use a range of communication skills including, but not limited to, building rapport, motivation, explanation and education
Ability to follow instructions/ directions regarding tasks assigned
Excellent listening and observation skills
Able to report on patient related activities accurately and in detail, both verbally and in writing
Skills in managing time/ prioritising work pressures
IT skills including Microsoft word and Excel, Twitter, Apps
Negotiating and problem-solving skills
Ability to work autonomously when required and work with patients unsupervised
Excellent communication skills including telephone, email, face to face
Evidence of good organisational and administrative skills
Motivation to carry out self-directed learning and show a commitment to personal and team development
Ability to work as part of a team including liaising with professionals in medical and educational settings
Ability to show excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all areas work
Ability to work flexibly in order to adapt to change and cope under pressure
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

Nice to have

Evidence of achievement and/or attendance at short courses or relevant training related to speech, language, communication and swallowing.
Associate member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
Working with individuals with a communication impairment/ disability/ illness.
Working in a clinical or education setting.
Working with a Speech and Language Therapist
Working as an assistant/ support worker/ carer role
Use of Microsoft word and excel
Use of apps
NHS Experience
Knowledge of communication support methods
Able to adjust style of communication for those with communication difficulties
Able to demonstrate sensitivity and empathy in order to motivate and support patients with physical, cognitive and communication difficulties
Managing resources

The role

Brainbow was founded in 2013 as the first dedicated Neuro-Oncology rehabilitation service in the UK. The service was established by three local East of England charities, founded by the parents of children with brain tumours. Brainbow was launched with the aim ‘to ensure that all children with Brain Tumours reach their full potential’. Over the past 10 years the department has grown and adapted to best meet the needs of the children and family it serves and is now a fully funded NHS service. Brainbow is a Multidisciplinary Team made up of a Clinical lead, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Education and Clinical Psychology. The department is supported by a service manager and administrative assistant.

This advert is for a fixed term, Band 4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant. This role works within the Brainbow team, alongside two Speech and Language Therapists seeing children and young people up to the age of 16 within inpatient and outpatient settings.

What you'll do

You will work within the Brainbow service to assist in the provision of effective, evidence-based service under the supervision of a registered Speech and Language Therapist (SLT). This will include:

Working alongside the SLTs to support the delivery of speech and language therapy to patients. This will include assisting the SLT during assessments and therapy sessions for children with a range of communication difficulties. This will also include carrying out therapy sessions for children with a range of communication disorders and reviewing programmes as set by the speech and language therapist; in the inpatient, outpatient and community setting. You are not required to hold a clinical qualification, however they will ideally have previous experience working with children and/or young adults in a clinical or education setting.

You will also have relevant formal qualification or training and will be encouraged to become as associate member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. You will be required to attend training in a number of communication therapy approaches.

To assist with training and teaching alongside the SLT.

Communication with patients, relatives, carers, social and health care professionals to assist the SLTs in ensuring an integrated, holistic approach to patient care. This will take place in both ward (in patient) and clinic/home (outpatient) environments.

Close working relationship with other members of the Brainbow multi-disciplinary team.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Industry: Health and social care

In their own words

About the company & team

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.