Speech & Language Therapist

Job summary

Main duties of the job

• To assess, diagnose, develop and implement programmes of care to meet the needs of children with a variety of speech, language and communication difficulties in clinic and schools
• To prioritise, assess, treat, manage and discharge own caseload.
• To interpret test data and evaluate other presenting factors in order to plan and implement therapy programmes as necessary.
• To work independently and as part of a multi-professional team.
• To ensure that children/carers understand and consent to the nature and purpose of therapy.
• To set and monitor care aims and outcomes throughout therapy.
• To discharge clients from care as and when appropriate.
• To use evidence based practice
• To participate in clinical supervision to ensure best practice.
• Training specific to the specialist areas of work
• To attend mandatory training as required for safe practices
• To monitor own service delivery in line with SLT and The Rotherham Foundation Trust protocols and guidelines.
• To refer to and follow Child Safeguarding procedures and complete mandatory training and supervision
• To refer on or signpost to other services as required
• To write reports as required for EHCP, support plans, court reports etc

Job responsibilities

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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