Location
Cheshire, Crewe, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
27,485 – 30,162 per year
About Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
They’re a forward-thinking NHS organisation with a passion for improving lives through specialist care. Their Paediatric Speech and Language Service supports children and families across South Cheshire, helping young people find their voice and thrive. The team works in close partnership with schools, parents and other healthcare professionals to deliver person-centred care that changes lives.
Job details
Benefits
- Supportive team culture with guidance from experienced therapists and assistants
- Professional development opportunities to grow skills and progress your career
- Varied work settings including schools, clinics and community environments
- NHS pension scheme offering long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave package for a healthy work-life balance
Requirements
- Experience working as a healthcare or teaching assistant
- Proven ability to support children in community settings
- Previous work with Speech and Language Therapy teams
- Strong IT and admin skills, including resource creation
- Good communication skills and ability to work with families and professionals
- UK driving licence and access to a car
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification
- Confidence completing SALT care plans and assessments
Salary Details
Band 4 salary between £27,485 and £30,162 per year, dependent on experience
About the Role
This role is perfect for someone who loves working with children and wants to make a tangible difference in their lives. As a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Associate Practitioner, you’ll work closely with qualified therapists, supporting assessments, treatment sessions and resource creation. Some sessions will be independent, giving you the chance to take ownership and see the direct impact of your work. You’ll help shape caseload priorities, deliver bespoke training to parents and staff, and support whole-school initiatives that build communication skills. The role offers variety, challenge and the satisfaction of knowing your work helps children achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support therapists in delivering assessments and care plans in different settings, ensuring consistency for each child
- Manage elements of the caseload, identifying priorities that keep services running smoothly
- Create therapy resources that make sessions engaging and effective
- Contribute to timetabling for school-based services so every child gets the right support at the right time
- Assist in training sessions for parents, carers and education staff, empowering them to support children’s progress
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants over 18 are also subject to this requirement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. They welcome applications from all backgrounds and support a workforce that reflects the communities they serve.
Employer Details
- Company Name Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Address Crewe, Cheshire, United Kingdom
- Contact Recruitment Team
Reference Number
MCHT-PSALTAP-0825
How To Apply
If you’re ready to make a difference and develop your skills in a supportive team, submit your application today.
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