Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO SECONDMENT COVER.

We are delighted to be offering a 2 year fixed term post for an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our small and friendly Adult team within Powys Teaching Health Board.

The post would suit a newly qualified Speech & Language Therapist, or an existing band 5 therapist looking to further their skills and experience.

You will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience working in a wide range of clinical areas including Community Hospitals, Outpatient clinics, patients own homes and care homes in North Powys.

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 be working within the Community Adult Speech and Language Therapy team providing assessment, diagnosis and intervention/management for adults presenting with acquired communication difficulties and Dysphagia arising from a range of aetiologies.

You will have the opportunity to work in a range of clinical areas supporting adults and their families/carers, who have a range of speech, language, communication and swallowing needs.

The post will also provide the opportunity to work 1 day a week within the Adult learning Disability Service.

You will be supported by a team of Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapists across a range of specialisms.

The post holder will be well supported and be part of our band 5 peer supervision network, as well as being supported to complete RCSLT NQP competencies (if required). 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.

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