Job summary The interview date for this role is 29th January 2025.This is anexciting opportunity to join a dedicated, motivated and supportive specialisedAssistive Technology (AT) team.
Our teamhas an excellent national and international reputation for quality, innovationand research and development.
We deliver regional services for EnvironmentalControls (EC) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) across theYorkshire and Humber region and are directly commissioned by NHS England as aspecialised service.This post is fora Speech and Language Therapist to work as an Assistive Technology ClinicalSpecialist within the team - 2 years fixed term/Secondment opportunity.We are looking for candidateswith experience in AAC assessment and provision but this is also a greatopportunity for applicants wishing to apply as a training post (Annex 21 inAfC).
As a training post, you would be expected to develop the knowledge, experienceand skills in assistive technology required through a period of supportedexperience in the role.
If applying forthe training post, please state this clearly on your application.Our friendly and supportive team is multi disciplinary and consists of Clinical Scientists, Clinical Technologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Administrators.
We also rely on working closely with colleagues from teams in local areas across the region.
Main duties of the job If successful,you will be working across Yorkshire and Humber in assessing the needs ofchildren and adults around the use of communication aids and environmentalcontrols (including computer access).
We assess, provide equipment, and provideongoing support in home, school and care settings.
Depending on individualgoals we support our clients in the use of specialised AT to enable independentcontrol of their environment for leisure, comfort and security as well as faceto face and remote communication.You will help deliver the highquality services to our clients that they expect.
You will be responsible formaking recommendations for appropriate equipment provision and will work within-house technologists and company representatives to ensure this iseffectively provided.
You will also workwith local teams in delivering training and other support.Access to and use of a car forwork is essential and you will be expected to be based from and travel fromhome for some of the week, where this minimises travel and makes appointmentsmore effective.If you are highly motivated, agreat team player, and passionate about the use of assistive technology andworking with people with disabilities then please look at our website andapply!
About us Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close aposition early.BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Goodrating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment andachieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives.
Weare proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainablefuture for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.Therehas never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital.
It is moving at paceand a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation,where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journeyto sustainability and growth.BarnsleyHospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunityand fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnicorigin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion orbelief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.The cost of the DBS(criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by thesuccessful candidate(s) through salary deduction.Certificates of SponsorshipFor individuals who may require sponsorship underthe skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below tocheck your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - (, band2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attachedJob Description and Person Specification for full details of the role andresponsibilities.SupportingDocumentsPlease refer to thevalues-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification Experience Essential Significant experience in the field of applying electronic assistive technology in clinical practice If applying as a training role, candidates would expect to achieve the level of experience, knowledge and skills within a maximum of two years of appointment.
Desirable Experience of project management Qualifications Essential State registered as a Speech and Language Therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK) Further relevant qualification and/or experience equivalent to Masters degree level.
Desirable Relevant PhD Clinical educator accreditation Knowledge and Awareness Essential Highly developed specialist knowledge in the field of assistive technology, requiring a relevant degree or equivalent Highly specialist knowledge in either provision of Environmental Controls or Communication Aids and AAC.
Understanding of research theory Desirable Knowledge of disability legislation.
Values based questions Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to improve an individuals communication or control of technology?