Speech and Language Therapist

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and innovative Band 5 Speech and Language Therapist to join a well‑established, supportive and experienced Speech & Language Therapy Team. The position is a full time, permanent role.

We are looking to recruit a self‑motivated, enthusiastic and organised Speech and Language Therapist to join our well established paediatric service in BCUHB East IHC, covering Wrexham and Flintshire. The role involves working with children across a variety of settings, joining an integrated team with specialist therapists, providing assessment, advice and therapy to children with speech, language or communication needs, and working with children, families and supporting agencies.

We have a whole service approach, which means that whichever team you are based in, you will have strong links and access to the support of friendly, experienced SLTs and TIs working in all areas of paediatric Speech and Language Therapy. The department values flexibility, innovation and a passion for delivering quality patient‑led care.

We offer a comprehensive induction, high quality clinical supervision, regular team meetings and CPD opportunities. NQP support is strong and colleagues provide extensive skill and experience to help you develop as an SLT. Management and clinical supervision will be regular.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome.

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is 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. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Recognised qualification degree/equivalent in Speech & Language Therapy
• HCPC registered
• RCSLT registered

Desirable criteria

• Membership of appropriate clinical network group

Experience

Essential criteria

• A range of clinical experience across paediatric SLT services

Desirable criteria

• Experience of delegating work to non-registered staff
• Experience of working in multidisciplinary/multiprofessional teams

Skills

Essential criteria

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of assessment tools
• Effective planning, time management and organisational skills

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh