Job summary
- Main area
- Speech & Language Therapy
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity leave cover)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 050-AHP112-0626W
- Employer
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Bodfan, Ysbyty Eryri
- Town
- Caernarfon
- Salary
- £32,557 - £39,631 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/06/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Speech and Language Therapist
Band 5
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job overview
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Speech & Language Therapist to join our team in North West Wales. This post will be split between adult and paediatric services, thus offering an excellent opportunity for Newly Qualified Therapists to continue to develop a wide range of clinical skills.
You will provide Speech and Language Therapy Services for patients living in Gwynedd and Anglesey, in a variety of settings including clinics, schools, inpatient, outpatient and domiciliary settings.
Main duties of the job
You will provide person centred assessment and treatment of communication needs in conjunction with Multidisciplinary team colleagues to improve the quality of life for those referred to our service, and their carers and support staff. This will involve training and enabling others to support the individual to reach their full potential.
The successful applicants will be supported by local clinical specialists to achieve RCSLT NQP competencies as required, and have access to regular professional and management supervision, a mentor, regular team meetings, and opportunities for continued professional development.
As a member of the Speech and Language Therapy team you will be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of a forward thinking and modern department.
Due to the bilingual nature of the population of Gwynedd and Anglesey, the ability to speak Welsh is essential for this role.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Recognized qualification degree/equivalent in S<
- HCPC registered.
- RCSLT Registered
Desirable criteria
- Membership of appropriate clinical network group.
- Demonstrate understanding & involvement of clinical governance and risk assessment
- Knowledge of health legislation/policy
Experience
Essential criteria
- A range of clinical experience across Adult/Paediatric SLT services
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary/multiprofessional teams.
- Additional clinical or health care related experience
- Welsh/English therapy provision
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Effective planning, time management and organizational skills.
- Reflection and analytical skills.
- Ability to work as a team member
- Awareness of roles of other professionals involved in care of service users on agreed caseload
- Ability to speak Welsh (Welsh language skills level 3 or above)
Other role requirement
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel within geographical area in a timely way
Values
Essential criteria
- Able to cope with a busy working environment, with periods of interruption throughout the working day.
- Ability to prioritise own workload.
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are essential
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Fiona Lloyd
- Job title
- Deputy Head of Speech and Language Therapy
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07890025724
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