Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Job overview

We are pleased to be advertising opportunities for band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistants for the Adult SLT community service .  We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our forward-thinking and supportive team and provide input to our patients in the Lincolnshire community.  We deliver care to a variety of settings including patient homes, outpatient clinics, nursing and care homes.

Please note there are two posts available at 22.5 hours a week but other hours may be considered.  If your preference is for a full time post, there maybe sessions available on the Ashby Ward, an 18 bed inpatient rehabilitation unit based at Lincoln County Hospital and provides for patients with acquired brain injuries and neurological conditions.

Location preference can be discussed at interview but the posts need to meet the geographical needs of the service as we operate across Lincolnshire.

We are highly committed to professional development and evidence-based practice, and there is support in the wider service from a range of clinical specialists.  We have a well-established local AAC Service and The East Midlands AAC Regional hub based in Lincoln, with opportunities for training and joint working with AAC professionals from the hub. There is regular access to clinical supervision and CPD including countywide skill-sharing groups, and participate in improvement initiatives

Previous unsuccessful candidates will not be considered, please do not apply.

Main duties of the job

Main duties

• Assist in the delivery of therapeutic programmes under the direction of a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, either in a 1:1 or group situation, taking responsibility for the welfare, health and safety of patients in their care.
• Prepare equipment and resources, making use of IT where appropriate.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this role.

We would very much welcome your application if you are interested in this opportunity. If you would like to find out more, please do not hesitate to contact us:

• Jennifer Burnett, Adult Operational Lead on 07840 842081 or [email protected]