Are you caring, compassionate, motivated and interested in developing your career within the National Health Service? Then this may be the opportunity for you! Join us at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT), training to become a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, gaining a BSc Honours degree in Speech and Language Therapy with Birmingham City University, whilst you work.
The Speech and Language Therapy Apprenticeship combines clinical employment, work based learning, and academic learning. It is a fully funded route towards qualification as a HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist.
As an employee of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, you will demonstrate our values, and once you have completed all the requirements for registration as a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, you will be supported to apply for band 5 vacancies within the Trust.
Main duties of the job
You will be employed as an Apprentice Speech and Language Therapist at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and will work as part of a Childrens Integrated Therapy Speech and Language Therapy Service.
Children’s Integrated Therapy Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) services support infants, children and young people with speech, language, communication, social interaction, and eating and drinking needs. This is a county-wide service, with staff expected to travel between sites and placements. The service works with children from early years through to school age, partnering with families, education settings and other professionals. It provides assessment, targeted intervention, and advice, delivered across homes, nurseries, schools, clinics and community settings to support communication and access to learning.
During the apprenticeship you will develop skills and knowledge that will allow you to work in today's dynamic and changing healthcare environment. Whilst you will be based in one specific team across our community and mental health services, your placements will provide a variety of learning environments both within Oxford Health and with external healthcare providers.
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
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Excellent opportunities for career progression
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Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
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27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
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NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
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Competitive pension scheme
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Lease car scheme
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Mental Health First Aiders
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Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
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Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
There is a requirement to travel to Birmingham City University campus for academic study and classes and to be able to travel between sites both within Oxford Health and externally for placements. This is a countywide post and it is expected that you will travel across the county as part of this role.
More than 6,000 people every day come to work at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and social care across the Thames Valley and beyond.
Essential criteria
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Understanding of the scope of the role of the Speech and Language Therapist in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
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Experience of having worked in a clinical setting
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Three GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above. Must include Mathematics and English language (Level 2 equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills) are accepted)
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At least one example of level 3 study
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Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
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Flexible and adaptable approach to working in a rapidly changing environment
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Applicants must have a full valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of evidence-based practice
