Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatrics
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- 7 months (Fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 372-COM2606
- Employer
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Broad St/Princess Royal Community
- Town
- Halifax/Huddersfield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 21/12/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 05/01/2026
Employer heading
Specialist Children's Speech and Language Therapist
NHS AfC: Band 6
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.
We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us.
Our Future Plans
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/
Job overview
Join our exciting opportunity to develop a multidisciplinary programme to support Speech, Language and Communication knowledge!
We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in Calderdale, as part of a fixed-term workforce supporting an exciting new project funded by the Government’s Change Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist with a keen interest in early years development and system-wide collaboration.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
· Contribute to the development of an Early Years Screening Programme, identifying children who may benefit from speech and language support at the earliest stages.
· Develop and deliver training materials for educational professionals, ensuring schools and nurseries are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support children’s language development.
· Work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals across health, education, and local authority services, integrating care to provide the best outcomes for children.
· Contribute to the evaluation and roll-out of new initiatives, ensuring that interventions are effective and aligned with national best practice guidelines.
· Demonstrate a strategic, creative, and dynamic approach to problem-solving and service delivery, promoting continuous improvement.
Working for our organisation
This is an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our innovative and motivated Children’s Therapy team in Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. The service consists of Dieticians, Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants. We have team bases in both Halifax and Huddersfield, the post holder may work from other bases.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist who is looking for a role that offers variety, impact, and professional development. You will be part of an exciting, innovative initiative with the chance to influence and shape early years practice in the Calderdale area. You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience in a supportive environment, working alongside passionate professionals who share your commitment to improving children’s futures.
This role offers excellent opportunities for system-wide working and will allow you to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families. If you are a team player with a strong focus on strategic thinking, creativity, and a dynamic approach to service delivery, we would love to hear from you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
· Contribute to the development of an Early Years Screening Programme, identifying children who may benefit from speech and language support at the earliest stages.
· Develop and deliver training materials for educational professionals, ensuring schools and nurseries are equipped with the tools and knowledge to support children’s language development.
· Work collaboratively with a wide range of professionals across health, education, and local authority services, integrating care to provide the best outcomes for children.
· Contribute to the evaluation and roll-out of new initiatives, ensuring that interventions are effective and aligned with national best practice guidelines.
· Demonstrate a strategic, creative, and dynamic approach to problem-solving and service delivery, promoting continuous improvement.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential criteria
- Relevant Degree/Diploma
- Registered with HPC / NMC
- Evidence of Postgraduate Training
- Clinical Educator Training
- Member of Professional Body
Desirable criteria
- Studied at Masters level or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential criteria
- Recent experience demonstrating ability to assess, treat and evaluate care in paediatrics
- Good Clinical Reasoning skills
- Evidence of CPD, self-directed learning and Reflective Practice
- Awareness of relevant Legislation, NSF’S/ Local and National initiatives
- Understanding of Clinical Governance
- Critical Appraisal Skills
- Ability to maintain legible and accurate records
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, NSF’s and local/National initiatives
- Evidence of recent experience of working with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
- Knowledge of child development and a range of common paediatric conditions
- Ability to carry out specialist assessments and treatments and evaluate intervention in terms of quality and outcomes for children and their families
- Evidence of up to date best practice in paediatrics
- Knowledge and experience of the principles and practice of partnership working within an integrated team
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately using knowledge of blurred boundary / competency frameworks
- Knowledge and understanding of national and local priorities pertaining to children
Desirable criteria
- Experience of developing others
- Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. Audit, patient information
- Experience in dealing with complaints (e.g. diffusing complaint or investigating complaint)
- Experience in supervising and training others
- Carrying out PDR’s
- Teaching/Presentation skills
- Attendance at relevant Special Interest Groups
- Relevant Accredited Postgraduate Training
- Experience of delivering training packages
- Previous experience working at Band 6 level with children with complex needs including neurological, behavioural and sensory disorders
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates positive attitude and behaviours
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
- Ability to identify and articulate own training needs
- Self motivated with ability to work independently and influence others
- Excellent Team Player
- Ability to recognise own limitations and have a willingness to share and learn skills from others
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and concentrate in conditions requiring emotional demands
- Ability to prioritise own and others caseloads
- Ability to make decisions and problem solve when dealing with routine situations
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lesley Smith
- Job title
- Team Lead - Children's Therapies
- Email address
- [email protected]
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