Job overview

Are you a confident communicator?

Are you able to take direction and work well in a team?

Do you have good observation, listening and time management skills?

Would you enjoy supporting adults with learning disabilities in the community?

If this describes you, then we would welcome your application for a new and exciting opportunity.  We are looking for a part-time (22.5 hours per week) Speech and Language Therapy Assistant (Communication Development Officer/CDO) to join our team working across the Vale of Glamorgan. 

You will be working with adults with learning disabilities who have a range of highly complex communication needs and/or eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties.  This will include developing resources, using specialist resource packages and carrying out informal observations to support the Speech and Language Therapists.  There is also the opportunity to be involved in group work and staff training.

We are a friendly, proactive and supportive team, and there will be plenty of opportunities to liaise with other experienced SLTAs/CDOs on a regular basis.

Main duties of the job

You will be working under the direction of qualified Speech and Language Therapists. A key part of this role involves facilitating effective communication with people who have a learning disability, their carers, family and support staff. This includes designing and creating wide range of person-centred communication resources that require the use of symbol packages and digital photography. A good working knowledge of IT is essential. You will assist in the planning and delivery of training relating to communication and people with disabilities, including signing and Inclusive Communication. You will be required to input into S&LT specific databases, complete initial observations and support the team with data gathering e.g. case histories under direction of a Speech and Language Therapist. 

You will be required to be able to travel between the sites in a timely manner. 

Visits and contact with the Clinical Lead SLT to discuss the role and understand the service are encouraged and very welcome whenever possible.

Working for our organisation

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. 

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.