Job summary Are you a Speech and Language Therapist with a broad range of clinical skills and experience? Do you have a passion for working with adults with learning disabilities? Do you work well in a team? Then we are the team for you Swansea Bay University Health Board is offering an opportunity for a 0.8 wte Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join a well-established Community Learning Disability Team. The service is regional, and this post will be based in the Cardiff and Vale Team. You will work with adults with learning disabilities who have a range of highly complex communication needs and/or eating, drinking, or swallowing difficulties. Post basic dysphagia competencies are essential for this post. You will be expected to deliver a service into various settings including people's homes across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. We are a friendly, proactive, and supportive multi-disciplinary team offering opportunities to influence and develop new and innovative projects. We welcome applications from candidates with the pre-requisite skills at a band 6 specialist level as well as from those at band 5 who aspire to develop their knowledge and skills. Under Annex 21, we are offering the opportunity to complete a dedicated competency framework including dysphagia competencies, with access to regular supervision, focused CPD activities and a clear pathway for completion of your training. Main duties of the job You will be supported by the Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapist and the other SLTs and Communication Development Officers in the team. You will have regular opportunities to collaborate with other SLTs across the Swansea Bay Adult Learning Disabilities service as well as working alongside S< colleagues in paediatrics and adult acute services. A key focus for the postholder will be the continuing development and maintenance of the Inclusive Communication Initiative for which the department has a comprehensive training package and support system. There will be a strong emphasis on person-centered planning and co- production as you deliver the service. An established supervision and support network is in place across the SLT team and there is a commitment within the team to provide student placements. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but not essential. Visits and contact with the Clinical Lead SLTs to discuss the role and understand the service are encouraged and very welcome whenever possible. About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant 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 ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand 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 thatour 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. Date posted 02 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary Depending on experience per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-AHP001-0125 Job locations Hen Goleg Barry CF62 8LF Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 & Training Essential Recognised SLT degree or equivalent Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia Desirable Relevant postgrad courses CEN member Experience Essential Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload Experience and knowledge of use of AAC Planning and delivery of clinical audit Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision Desirable Working within an MDT Knowledge and Skills Essential Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc Desirable Experience of conflict resolution Ability to speak Welsh Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs Desirable Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Recognised SLT degree or equivalent Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia Desirable Relevant postgrad courses CEN member Experience Essential Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload Experience and knowledge of use of AAC Planning and delivery of clinical audit Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision Desirable Working within an MDT Knowledge and Skills Essential Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc Desirable Experience of conflict resolution Ability to speak Welsh Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs Desirable Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Hen Goleg Barry CF62 8LF Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)