Job Description

Are you a forward thinking, dynamic, compassionate Allied Health Professional? Do you have a professional qualification and HCPC registration in Speech and Language Therapy? Come join our CYP SALT Service as a Clinical Manager.
As a Clinical Manager you will provide leadership and clinical management to team leaders and highly specialist practitioners. Be clinically accountable for the direct delivery of the CYP SALT Service within the directorate team and will draw on theclinical experience of earlier career roles in assisting others in their delivery of direct patient care.
We welcome applications from those with a proven experience of effective clinical leadership and a passion for continuous improvement in service delivery to children, young people and families.
This is a part time role of 30 hours per week, opportunities for flexible working are available.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
Be accountable for ensuring the direct delivery of high-quality person-centred services which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.
You will lead as a driver for change, contributing to the planning and design of services in line with Trust, locality, specialist services and government business and strategic plans and objectives to meet the needs of local people.
Act as a champion for clinical standards and for continuous improvement in the service user experience, providing assurance that standards meet all contractual requirements.
Recognise that all roles should work toward the improvement of patient care regardless of their direct contact. In this role, such contact will naturally be limited but will draw on the experience of earlier career roles in assisting others with patient and client care, some times in the context of resolving complaints and concerns.
Ensure the delivery of up to date evidence based practice.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Details
Date posted
16 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
xc2xa343,004 to xc2xa348,403 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Annualised hours
Reference number
152-M033.25
Job locations
Children and Young People's Speech and Language Therapy
Trust HQ, Sentinel House, 4-6 Nuffield Rd
Poole
BH17 0RB
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential

• Registered Speech and Language Therapist and professional registration with RCSLT and HCPC
• Relevant full Masters degree or demonstrable extensive equivalent experience in the relevant specialty.

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Evidence of experience in effective leadership and risk management
• Experience of complex service delivery including multi agency working.
• Experience of working at strategic level
• Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change
• Able to analyse performance, competing perspectives and priorities in the delivery of health and support service improvement.
• Experience of joint working with colleagues in a matrix involvement approach.

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Experience of operational management or senior management in a at Band 7 or equivalent or above in health or social care
• Proven track record of success in managing teams, individual and team performance; management of absence, and workforce planning

FINANCE/RESOURCES
Essential

• Experience of budget management

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential

• Able to manipulate data, service and performance related to design written and visual information, e.g. complex papers and reports.

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Essential

• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation in both written form and in small and large groups together with ability to motivate and persuade individuals and teams, particularly in areas of service and performance improvement requiring a collaborative commitment to change and across organisations, external agencies and all sectors of the community to enable effective relationships
• Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing and the ability to deal appropriately and professionally with challenge.

Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential

• Registered Speech and Language Therapist and professional registration with RCSLT and HCPC
• Relevant full Masters degree or demonstrable extensive equivalent experience in the relevant specialty.

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Evidence of experience in effective leadership and risk management
• Experience of complex service delivery including multi agency working.
• Experience of working at strategic level
• Evidence of involvement in policy and practice change
• Able to analyse performance, competing perspectives and priorities in the delivery of health and support service improvement.
• Experience of joint working with colleagues in a matrix involvement approach.

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE
Essential

• Experience of operational management or senior management in a at Band 7 or equivalent or above in health or social care
• Proven track record of success in managing teams, individual and team performance; management of absence, and workforce planning

FINANCE/RESOURCES
Essential

• Experience of budget management

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES
Essential

• Able to manipulate data, service and performance related to design written and visual information, e.g. complex papers and reports.

PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Essential

• Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation in both written form and in small and large groups together with ability to motivate and persuade individuals and teams, particularly in areas of service and performance improvement requiring a collaborative commitment to change and across organisations, external agencies and all sectors of the community to enable effective relationships
• Evidence of skills in diplomacy, negotiation and influencing and the ability to deal appropriately and professionally with challenge.