Professional Lead for Children's Speech and Language Therapy

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Professional Lead for Speech and Language Therapy to join the Children's Speech and Language Therapy Service across BNSSG.

As the Professional Lead for Speech and Language Therapy, you will oversee and guide the speech and language therapy team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic services. Your leadership will drive the development and implementation of clinical practices, contribute to strategic planning, and enhance the overall effectiveness of our children's speech and language therapy services.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people by leading a dedicated team of professionals.
• Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and mentorship.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Main duties of the job

• Leadership & Management: Lead and mentor a team of speech and language therapists, providing support and guidance to ensure professional development and high standards of practice.
• Clinical Excellence: Oversee the delivery of speech and language therapy services, ensuring they meet the highest clinical standards and are tailored to the needs of clients.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the strategic planning and development of speech and language therapy services, aligning them with organisational goals and client needs.
• Quality Assurance: Develop and implement quality assurance measures to evaluate the effectiveness of therapy interventions and improve service delivery.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, educators, and stakeholders to provide integrated care and support for clients.
• Research & Development: Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in speech and language therapy and incorporate evidence-based practices into service delivery.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants.

If you are currently requiring a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date, please disclose your expiry date in your application.

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.