Speech and Language Therapist
Job Title Speech and Language Therapist
Location North West England
Job Type Permanent
Speciality Speech and Language Therapist
Rates £35,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)

Description

Key responsibilities: • You will be required to manage and prioritise your own workload, working with clients either one-to-one or in groups. You will monitor clients' progress, record and update information and have regular meetings with the Lead nurse to discuss individual cases. • Together with the lead nurse, you will make changes to the therapy program to suit the client's individual needs, taking into account their progress so far. • You will be required to meet the needs of the patient accessing the therapy sessions. It will be down to you to prepare the room before a therapy session and prepare any equipment that will be used. • You will need to be sensitive to patients' emotional states and discuss any issues with the lead nurse or another healthcare professional in line with ASC’s Confidentiality Policy. • You will need to be aware of various communication aids - which include pictures and symbols as well as electronic devices. You will be expected to develop and prepare therapy materials such as picture books, vocabulary books, games and sound clips. • You will be responsible for keeping a stock of equipment and updating your line manager when new items are required. • You will be responsible for clerical and administrative duties, including using computers to access and maintain confidential records. • Carry out any other duties within the scope and purpose of the job, the title of the post and it’s grading as required.