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Leonard Cheshire

Assistive Technologist

BromleyField-based
PermanentFull-Time
£35,210per annum
Updated 4 days ago

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Description

Location: Bromley
Salary: £35,210, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Ideally based in the South East to cover our care services from Bromley up to Hitchin. A driving licence and ability to travel independently are essential for this role.

Make Technology Work for People
At Leonard Cheshire, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live as independently as possible. As part of our Assistive Technology (AT) team you'll be helping people improve their independence, communication and quality of life through innovative assistive technology solutions.

What You'll Do
Based out of our new South East Regional Assistive Technology Hub at our St Cecelia's service in Bromley, but working across our South East services you'll work closely with individuals, families, care teams, local authorities and NHS professionals, to assess needs, recommend and implement assistive technology solutions, and provide training and ongoing support. You'll regularly review and adapt technologies to ensure they continue to meet changing needs and help individuals achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct person-centred assistive technology assessments - training can be provided.
  • Recommend, implement and review Technology Enabled Care (TEC) solutions.
  • Deliver Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems and communication technologies.
  • Support the use of smart home and environmental control technologies, including voice-controlled devices.
  • Set goals with individuals and adapt solutions as needs change over time.
  • Deliver training to individuals, families, support staff and colleagues.
  • Liaise with Local Authorities, Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and NHS professionals.
  • Provide ongoing support and contribute to assistive technology best practice.

About You
You don't need to have worked as an Assistive Technologist before. We're interested in people with relevant technical experience in assistive technology, rehabilitation equipment, TEC, AAC or similar environments, and can provide training in the assessment elements of the role.

You will also have:
  • A background in Assistive Technology, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy or a similar specialist support environment
  • Experience researching, assessing, implementing and supporting assistive technology solutions
  • Strong knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
  • Experience with access methods, mounting solutions and sensory equipment
  • Ability to assess individual needs and identify appropriate technology solutions
  • Experience delivering training to end users and support teams
  • Excellent communication and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Why Leonard Cheshire?
You'll join a dedicated specialist team delivering life-changing technology solutions that help people communicate, live more independently and achieve their goals.

We Offer
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday.
  • Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and perks.
  • Contributory Pension Scheme with competitive life cover.
  • Private Healthcare (Aviva).
  • Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare when you need it.
  • Career development: Apprenticeships and recognised qualifications.
  • Flexible annual leave – option to buy and sell (salary sacrifice).
  • Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support.
  • Access to Cycle to Work benefits (salary sacrifice).
  • Long Service Awards.

Our values guide everything we do:
  • Positive – We are warm, empathetic and always looking to improve.
  • Proud – We are determined, resilient and stand up for what we believe in.
  • Pioneering – We are creative, confident and committed to driving positive change.

Diversity and Inclusion
Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from disabled people and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment.

If you're passionate about using technology to empower people, improve communication and increase independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through our website
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