About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting new post that will offer the post holder the opportunity to be part of a specialist CAMHS workstream that includes the inpatient CAMH service, Crisis Service and Community Eating Disorders Service. You will work with these three multi-disciplinary teams to undertake assessment and interventions for young people including those with diagnosed or suspected neurodivergence.
The post holder will support the teams shared understanding of the young person's communication and social communication to aid treatment and interventions. Assessment may form part of a diagnostic pathway in conjunction with the services MDT. This will include supporting parents and the young person's understanding of these differences and post diagnostic interventions.
The postholder will provide assessment and intervention, managing their own complex caseload and making autonomous decisions within the remit of their skills and training.
The post-holder duties will include contributing to multi-agency liaison, consultation and training of other professionals, and contribute to the management and development of the services.
We seek candidates who are adept at working independently and collaboratively and welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.
MFT CAMHS is renowned for it's creative and inclusive approach to mental health support and we ensure a thorough induction for new staff and continuing opportunities for training.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job will include -
Take the lead in providing specialist speech and language assessments for young people accessing Galaxy House Inpatient Unit, Crisis Pathways and Community Eating Disorder Services. To contribute to the standardised autism assessments including administering and scoring ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule). To formulate cases based on direct assessment. To provide age appropriate and evidence based intervention. To provide specialist training and advice and consultation to colleagues and staff from other agencies. To supervise junior staff as appropriate. To develop care plans and communication passports, supporting the whole teams utilisation of communication aids that support the young persons individualised needs. To work with the service specialist dietician to support nutrition. Please see JD &PS for further information.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
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Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Accredited degree or equivalent Certificate to Practice (SLT) Evidence of completion of highly specialist short courses, other postgraduate training or relevant master's degree. Registered with HCPC (Health Care Professionals Council) and a member of RCSLT
Desirable
Pre-qualification training or experience with children and adolescents with autism Additional qualifications relating to the assessment of autism e.g. ADI, ADOS training Additional qualifications in delivery of group interventions for children with Autism
Knowledge/Experience Essential
Highly comprehensive theoretical knowledge of paediatric communication impairments. Knowledge of implications of 2014 Children and Families Act - SEN sections Knowledge and use of up to-date assessment procedures and therapy techniques in specialist fields. Evidence of multi-disciplinary/Agency working including developing strong links with education and community mental health services. Experience of Safeguarding Children policy and procedure to ensure children and young people are safeguarded effectively. Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to children and young people and mental health.
Desirable
Working knowledge of professional systems involved in work with children. Experience of working within child/adolescent mental health settings Working knowledge of national strategic agendas relating to autism
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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Galaxy House,
Harrington Building, Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)