Band 8a Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and dynamic Band 8a Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join our Speech and Language Therapy team working across both hospital sites.

You will be working alongside another Band 8a Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist, supported by the Therapies Management Team. You will lead across Acute SLT, ITU and Oncology services focused on clinical leadership and operational management. Both Clinical Lead posts work collaboratively and provide support to other services during periods of leave. Please note, allocation of the specialist pathways may be subject to change depending on service needs.

The SLT team at BHRUT are a dynamic team who drive innovation and service development at all levels; have a look at our X account to see what we’ve been doing recently @BHRUT_SLT

Main duties of the job

Undertake a Clinical Lead and operational role in delivering and evaluating SLT Services in BHRUT across BHR Hospital sites.

Take a major role in developing, delivering, and evaluating SLT Services by assisting with the production of reports, making recommendations for change and ensuring all staff are well informed about both SLT and BHRUT issues.

To lead in your clinical area of expertise to develop and implement service improvements in this area.

Supervision and appraisal of a highly motivated group of Band 7 SLT’s and teaching the wider SLT team.

Lead on professional advice regarding the SLT Service, including assessment and intervention for the service.

Be responsible for ensuring professional standards of Speech and Language Therapists are maintained within the SLT Service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.  Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Amanda Vickers, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5926 Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

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