Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen following investment into the Thrombectomy service within Stroke This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced allied health professional (AHP) to clinically lead a dynamic multi-professional team that includes Physiotherapists, Dietitians and Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists, providing assessment, rehabilitation within the acute hospital. The successful postholder will also have the opportunity to shape and influence the stroke pathway working with the broader interdisciplinary team based within acute, rehabilitation and community settings. Therapies have an award-winning Rehabilitation Model led by AHP's which will drive the ongoing development of our services. Therapies are well recognised in providing progressive innovative services, supporting individuals and teams to achieve their goals. We value our therapy staff to be empowered and enabled with the skills, resources, learning and development opportunities to provide excellent care. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job The clinical lead will provide clinical leadership to the multidisciplinary team developing and delivering acute stroke care. The job plan includes carrying a complex caseload. The role will also provide AHP leadership across the pathway, working in collaboration with professional leads to align this service with the CAVUHB Rehabilitation Model. The post holder will work closely in collaboration with professional Clinical Leads to manage the team. The role involves training and education and supporting colleagues beyond the acute team and this role will actively support practice-based education. There is a significant service development aspect to this role with opportunities for research and audit. Demonstrating value and benefits realisation is crucial to ensure that further expansion of the thrombectomy service is adequately resourced. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £54,550 to £61,412 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 001-AHP007-0225 Job locations University Hospital of Wales Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Job description Job responsibilities 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 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 Essential Degree / equivalent in therapy profession HCPC registration Relevant CPD M Level learning or relevant higher level qualification Desirable Membership of relevant professional body Working towards/have a relevant higher-level qualification Experience Essential Significant post reg experience at a senior level in a therapy profession in specialist area Providing clinical Supervision Leading a clinical team Participation in planning / developing services Presenting to a wide range of audiences Desirable Quality Improvement methodology and experience Published work NHS Experience Skills Essential Advanced level of relevant clinical skills Supporting learning and development of others High levels of skills in collaboration and communication with healthcare professionals and the public Ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others. Effective organisational skills ability to effectively delegate and manage caseload management Highly developed physical skills relevant to the clinical area Confident with digital technology platforms/apps Proven advanced decision-making skills/ clinical reasoning Desirable Research methodology Special Knowledge Essential Specialist therapy knowledge in the specialist field. Evidence of formal leadership training Personal Qualities Essential Professional confidence Ability to cope under pressure demonstrating resilience Creates a culture of support and empowerment to the team Desirable Membership of relevant special interest group Other Essential Member of relevant specialist interest groups Desirable Able to meet the travel requirements of the role Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree / equivalent in therapy profession HCPC registration Relevant CPD M Level learning or relevant higher level qualification Desirable Membership of relevant professional body Working towards/have a relevant higher-level qualification Experience Essential Significant post reg experience at a senior level in a therapy profession in specialist area Providing clinical Supervision Leading a clinical team Participation in planning / developing services Presenting to a wide range of audiences Desirable Quality Improvement methodology and experience Published work NHS Experience Skills Essential Advanced level of relevant clinical skills Supporting learning and development of others High levels of skills in collaboration and communication with healthcare professionals and the public Ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others. Effective organisational skills ability to effectively delegate and manage caseload management Highly developed physical skills relevant to the clinical area Confident with digital technology platforms/apps Proven advanced decision-making skills/ clinical reasoning Desirable Research methodology Special Knowledge Essential Specialist therapy knowledge in the specialist field. Evidence of formal leadership training Personal Qualities Essential Professional confidence Ability to cope under pressure demonstrating resilience Creates a culture of support and empowerment to the team Desirable Membership of relevant special interest group Other Essential Member of relevant specialist interest groups Desirable Able to meet the travel requirements of the role 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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address University Hospital of Wales Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)