Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education to GCSE level or equivalent, including English and Maths GCSE level A-C
• Relevant other qualification to A-level/ NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of achievement and/or attendance at short courses or relevant training related to speech, language, communication and swallowing.
• Associate member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting others with health, social or educational needs.
• Working as a team member
• Working with indirect supervision

Desirable

• Working with individuals with a communication impairment/ disability/ illness.
• Working in a clinical or educational setting.
• Working with a Speech and Language Therapist
• Working as an assistant/ support worker/ carer role
• Use of Microsoft word and excel
• Use of apps
• NHS Experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the role of confidentiality within healthcare
• Knowledge of the role of Speech and Language Therapy in the hospital setting.
• Basic understanding of acquired neurological and respiratory disorders, which may lead to communication or swallowing problems.
• Knowledge of the NHS

Desirable

• Evidence of participation in personal/ professional development activities relevant to the post.
• Knowledge of communication support methods.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use a range of communication skills, including but not limited to, building rapport, motivation, explanation and education
• Ability to follow instructions/ directions regarding tasks assigned
• Excellent listening and observation skills
• Able to report on patient-related activities accurately and in detail, both verbally and in writing
• Skills in managing time/ prioritising work pressures
• IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, Twitter, and apps.
• Negotiating and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously when required and work with patients unsupervised
• Excellent communication skills, including telephone, email, face to face
• Evidence of good organisational and administrative skills
• Motivation to carry out self-directed learning and show a commitment to personal and team development
• Ability to work as part of a team, including liaising with professionals in medical and educational settings
• Ability to show excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all areas work.
• Ability to work flexibly to adapt to change and cope under pressure.

Desirable

• Able to adjust the style of communication for those with communication difficulties
• Able to demonstrate sensitivity and empathy in order to motivate and support patients with physical, cognitive and communication difficulties.
• Managing resources

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).