This post is offered as fixed term contract for 12 months to work with the

Principal Speech and Language Therapist to support and assist in the

planning, delivery, monitoring and development of a highly specialist service

to children and adolescents, some of whom will present with Learning

Disability who receive in patient services, including young people who may

have a forensic history and presentation who require low/medium secure

accommodation.

This post would suit someone who would like the opportunity, under

supervision, to; provide assessment and treatment to patients with complex

communication impairments; undertake specific skilled support work; accept

patients referred by the therapists and carry own small caseload; work as a

member of the multi- disciplinary teams, sharing and contributing to team

meetings and updating others of own work; support small research and audit

projects within the Speech and Language Therapy service.

This post arises within an exciting and challenging field, in the provision of an

effective clinical and administrative service for this Psychiatric division.

Applications would be welcome from candidates who are aiming to seek

further experience before qualifying as a Speech and Language Therapist.

Appropriate on the job training will be provided and there will be day to day

support from the Speech and Language Therapists.

Enquiries and informal visits can be arranged with Jen Jenkin, Principal

Speech and Language Therapist on 01661 514414 or e mail:

jen.jenkin@...

The selection process involves an informal and second more formal interview

and you will require a criminal records bureau ENHANCED clearance before

the commencement of duties. Please note that a criminal record does not

automatically debar you from appointment unless the selection panel consider

the information renders unsuitable for the appointment.

To Apply: