CYPIT Operational Lead for Special Schools

Job title:

CYPIT Operational Lead for Special Schools

Company

NHS

Job description

PART TIME 22.5 HOURS PER WEEKIf you are a qualified Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with leadership experience, this is an ideal opportunity to progress into an operational management role within a supportive and dynamic leadership team in our Children, Young People and Families (CYPF) division.This permanent post is part time (22.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday) and is based in Reading. Whilst this management role is part-time, we also encourage candidates seeking full-time or 30 hours per week posts to apply as there may be clinical opportunities within the service which can be discussed at interview.The successful applicant will work alongside the existing operational leads to share the responsibility for operationally leading the CYPIT service for school aged children and those within special schools and SLT Resources across the 3 unitary authorities in the west of Berkshire. You will support integrated teams of SLTs, OTs, Physios and assistants to embed a robust and continually improving approach, which promotes the development and wellbeing of children, young people and their families.Main duties of the jobOur CYPIT service supports children, young people from birth – 19 years of age across Berkshire. We are a integrated therapy service, offering easy access to services through a single point of access, web-based advice via an on-line resource. We have established integrated approaches to the care that we offer families, the successful candidate would be able to take an active part in ongoing service developments.Accountable for the delivery of high quality, effective and integrated services in mainstream schools, special schools and specialist resources which meet performance requirementsOversight of CYPIT involvement in SEND processes in the west, linking with CYPF SEND leads to ensure that we meet EHCP statutory deadlines and support staff to contribute to Tribunals.Development of an effective and motivated workforceActive role in strategic planning and the development of the services and policies across the organisation, including involvement of service userDevelop and maintain excellent working relationships and communication links with internal and external stakeholders including commissioners and patients/carersSupport the investigation, resolution, analysis and learning in relation to complaints and incidentsResponsible for ensuring that relevant clinical and performance data is collected, including contribution to performance reports for commissionersDeputises for the CYPF Lead for School Years services (west)About usBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Date posted30 January 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum, pro rata (inc. of HCAS)ContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number371-CFS442Job locationsErlegh HouseWhitenights RoadReadingRG6 6BZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role:

• Qualified SLT, OT or Physiotherapist, registered with HCPC
• Some previous leadership or management experience in childrens health care
• Working knowledge of SEND processes
• Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Ali Midwinter on 07866 005864 or email:[email protected] wholl be delighted to help.Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role:

• Qualified SLT, OT or Physiotherapist, registered with HCPC
• Some previous leadership or management experience in childrens health care
• Working knowledge of SEND processes
• Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Ali Midwinter on 07866 005864 or email:[email protected] wholl be delighted to help.Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.Person SpecificationEducation/Qualifications/ TrainingEssential

• AHP qualification degree or equivalent
• HCPC Registered
• Completion of post graduate education relevant to clinical role of post

Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential

• Evidence of relevant training and maintenance of CPD

Desirable

• Management experience

Previous ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of experience in clinical work in children’s services to a level of in depth knowledge and expertise
• Contribution to clinical supervisory or mentoring less experienced staff, students or assistants
• Evidence of leadership e.g. staff management, leading a project, change in practice

Desirable

• Experience of staff management

Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• High level of knowledge of service provision within children’s therapy services
• Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments
• Efficient, effective and diplomatic communication skills both written and verbal
• Awareness of community working and structures
• Basic computer literacy

Desirable

• Awareness of budget management
• Understanding of data in performance monitoring and delivery of services

Additional RequirementsEssential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites

Person SpecificationEducation/Qualifications/ TrainingEssential

• AHP qualification degree or equivalent
• HCPC Registered
• Completion of post graduate education relevant to clinical role of post

Continuous Professional DevelopmentEssential

• Evidence of relevant training and maintenance of CPD

Desirable

• Management experience

Previous ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of experience in clinical work in children’s services to a level of in depth knowledge and expertise
• Contribution to clinical supervisory or mentoring less experienced staff, students or assistants
• Evidence of leadership e.g. staff management, leading a project, change in practice

Desirable

• Experience of staff management

Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEssential

• High level of knowledge of service provision within children’s therapy services
• Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments
• Efficient, effective and diplomatic communication skills both written and verbal
• Awareness of community working and structures
• Basic computer literacy

Desirable

• Awareness of budget management
• Understanding of data in performance monitoring and delivery of services

Additional RequirementsEssential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites

Expected salary

£48270 – 54931 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:00:31 GMT

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