Let's talk about supervision for SLTs and why it is not just a nicety; it is essential

About this episode

Libby interviews Rachel Jackson about the importance of supervision for Speech and Language Therapists.

All HCPC registered staff are required to have supervision; Libby interviews Rachel Jackson, who is a very experienced clinician but also a very experienced and skilled supervisor. Indeed, she has over 30 years of experience as a Speech and Language Therapist — including 10 years as an NHS Team Leader — and more than 15 years delivering clinical and operational supervision to AHPs (such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, specialist nurses, and health visitors), she offers a supportive, practical space designed to meet both your needs and those of your clients. If you want to know more about her tailored supervision for independent Speech and Language Therapists and other Allied Health Professionals, guiding you through complex cases, refining your skills, and enhancing your clinical decision-making, you can contact her www.speechandlanguage.co.uk/supervision

People in this episode

Host: Libby Hill

Guest: Rachel Jackson

Topics covered

• supervision
• Speech and Language Therapy
• clinical decision-making
• Allied Health Professionals
• supportive supervision

Keywords

• supervision
• Speech and Language Therapist
• clinical supervision
• AHPs
• NHS Team Leader
• complex cases
• clinical decision-making

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NHS, AHPs, www.speechandlanguage.co.uk/supervision

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