Job summary
We are looking for a passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our Additional Resource Provision (ARP) Team working in resource provisions/units/bases within primary and secondary mainstream school settings. This is part of an exciting new transformation project. We have recently been commissioned to deliver services within all ARP's and Pupil Referral Units in Buckinghamshire. Current ARP Vacancies in:

• Social Communication differences
• Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)

You will be joining the Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) ARP team who have a range of experience, and there will be opportunities to help shape the service. We have a strong commitment to the development of your clinical practice and professional skills.

Main duties of the job
The SLT Service forms part of an Integrated Children and Young People's Therapies Service working closely with Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy as well as wider children and young people's services. This is a jointly commissioned service across health and education.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive induction support
• Year-round access to Continuing Professional Development
• Shadowing, mentorship and clinical supervision

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and forward thinking environment. We welcome informal conversations. If requested we will share our interview process in advance to ensure you have the best opportunity to flourish and succeed.

About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - Apply through our website

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification
EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Clinical experience in a variety of setting
• Evidence of specialist knowledge/skills resulting from clinical experience and CPD
• Demonstrates knowledge of specialist SLT assessment tools relevant to the client group
• Able to maintain intense concentration in all aspects of patient management

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential

• Registered member of the Royal College of Speech And Language Therapists
• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Health Professions Council Licence to Practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development and personal development

Desirable

• Attendance of relevant CEN Group

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential

• Ability to work county wide
• Hold a valid driving licence

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of clinical governance/audit
• Demonstrates a high standard of record keeping
• Has good auditory and perceptual skills,
• Demonstrates well established knowledge of specialist SLT assessment tools relevant to the client group.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).