An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to deliver assessments, diagnoses and interventions to children and their families in a variety of locations across the city. This post is within the additional needs team.
You will have experience of working with children and their families, possess excellent time management, problem-solving, analytical and reflection skills. With current knowledge of the implications of the 2014 Children's and Families Act, and a particular knowledge of SEND. You will also have a thorough working knowledge and use of up-to-date assessment procedures and therapy techniques.
Working alongside key partners such as parents, schools and other health workers in managing the young persons needs you will be based in a team within the larger citywide service. In Manchester many of the patients are from families whose mother tongue is not English.
We work in community specialist schools across the city providing assessment, direct therapy, training, group work, and much more. This regular input to the settings means that we can be creative in the ways that we work to ensure we have the most impact.
Our team is a large, well-established and supportive department. We provide you with regular clinical supervision, protected time for CPD opportunities and support from an experienced team. We also offer a comprehensive induction program, 1-1’s and annual appraisals to develop knowledge and skills. We aim to ensure every member of the team is fulfilled in their role and as we are a large service, there are opportunities for career development and to work on service development projects.
The Manchester Speech and Language Therapy Service is a city-wide service providing support to young people aged 0-19 years if the young person attends a Manchester Special Support Schools. You will need to have a good theoretical knowledge of paediatric speech, language and communication needs, including social communication differences. You will also need knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting an inner city, multi-ethnic community.
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
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