Job Title: Apprentice Speech and Language Therapist

Location: Walsall and surrounding areas

INCREASING OPPORTUNITIES, IMPROVING OUTCOMES

As one Trust we share a common purpose.  We call it our social mobility and social justice mission to change our communities through the very best equitable education.  When we get this right, it enables our children and young people to fulfil their potential, thrive in the world of work, and make a positive contribution to the local, national and international community.

Put simply, our common purpose is to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for our students.  We are particularly committed to students who are under-served and under-resourced.  We prioritise those who have special educational needs and disabilities, or who are more likely to face discrimination for whatever reason.

It is this common purpose that fuels everything we do. We deliver impactful,  sustainable and ethical continuous school improvement in our schools to ensure the children and young people in the communities we serve learn in the very best and most inclusive schools. 

We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve (which are the education investment areas of the West Midlands). We adopt a pioneering spirit and look to lead the sector with innovative solutions to the problems our students and families face.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values increasing opportunities, improving outcomes for our students. We are looking for two Apprentice Speech and Language Therapists to join our Multi-Disciplinary Clinical Therapy Team. 

Key responsibilities: 

To commit to study during the duration of the apprenticeship course working towards competence in-line with Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours (KSB) as outlined in KSB Document in the following areas:

   Comprehensive communication and/or Dysphagia assessment of the individual patient both adults and children including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning and discussion.

   Clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and agree personalised objectives.

   Formulating and delivering individual communication and/or Dysphagia care plans/programmes based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills.

   Evaluating patient progress, to formulate a prognosis and adapt treatment programmes as required.

   Making informed clinical decisions including timely discharge planning and onward referral to other services.

   Ensuring competent use of SLT resources and to ensure the safe use equipment, including by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice.

·        Salary:  £24,796.00

Qualifications and Skills: 

·        All applicants will need a minimum of 112 UCAS points from 3 A levels or an equivalent L3 qualification.

         Excellent verbal and written skills

         Able to foster good working relationships with a variety key stakeholders 

For full details of the post please see attached Job Description and Person Specification

 For an informal, confidential discussion about the post, please contact Lin Koo, Executive PA to the CEO, on 01922 211388 (Ext. 1211) or via email at Lin.Koo@merciantrust.org.uk. 

Why The Mercian Trust?

As one Trust we share a common purpose.  We call it our social mobility and social justice mission to change our communities through the very best equitable education.  When we get this right, it enables our children and young people to fulfil their potential, thrive in the world of work, and make a positive contribution to the local, national and international community.

Put simply, our common purpose is to increase opportunities and improve outcomes for our students.  We are particularly committed to students who are under-served and under-resourced.  We prioritise those who have special educational needs and disabilities, or who are more likely to face discrimination for whatever reason.

It is this common purpose that fuels everything we do. We deliver impactful, sustainable and ethical continuous school improvement in our schools to ensure the children and young people in the communities we serve learn in the very best and most inclusive schools. 

We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve (which are the education investment areas of the West Midlands). We adopt a pioneering spirit and look to lead the sector with innovative solutions to the problems our students and families face.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more:  The Mercian Trust - Home

Benefits: 

Financial, Health and Lifestyle

• discounts on everyday purchases (Eden Red)
• a comprehensive free of charge health plan (UK Health Care)
• a cycle to work scheme via Halfords
• access to the Blue Light Card

For further benefits including education sector leading CPD: The Mercian Trust - What we can offer you

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

 The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Please take time to read our policies attached to this advert.