Job overview

We are delighted to be offering a permanent 0.6  wte position for an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our small and friendly children’s team within Powys Teaching Health Board. You will work as part of the team of therapists, assistants and multi-disciplinary colleagues to support a diverse caseload which may include Early Years, Special schools, and core mainstream services.

You will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic with an ability to work independently but also work well within a team. If you are looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an innovative forward-thinking team then please get in touch for this exciting opportunity.

Main duties of the job

You will work within the children’s Speech and Language Therapy team providing assessment, diagnosis and intervention/management of children. You will have the opportunity to work in a range of clinical areas supporting children who have a range of speech, language, swallowing and communication needs across settings. You will be supported by a team of Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapists and have the opportunity to be part of shaping and developing the service as well as providing supervision to junior colleagues.

The post holder will be well supported and have opportunities for regular formal and informal supervision and will be encouraged to take part in wider clinical interest groups.  We have regular supervision sessions and have a strong ethos on supporting staff to develop alongside the trusts appraisal system.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Did you know – Powys Teaching Health Board accepts applications to retire and return from within the NHS in Wales. If you would like to know more, please contact the Powys Teaching Health Board Workforce team on 01874 712580 or [email protected] 

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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English