Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close this vacancy after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff currently awaiting redeployment and we therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable., We are looking for two part-time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapists to work within Learning Disability and/or Memory Assessment Services (MAS) on a fixed term basis until September 2025. Full-time hours may be available for people wishing to take up a single post across the two services.
In MAS, we have a special interest in Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA), and are a core part of the wider MDT working in language led dementias. We are active in several UK-wide networks working in Dementia and PPA.
In Adult Learning Disabilities (ALD) we are active in various related CENs and work closely with SLT colleagues in acute services, local authorities and private providers.
There are strong working links across the whole SLT department with opportunities to develop clinical skills and expand professional development with support from specialist colleagues and SLT Clinical Leads. We prioritise service development and evidence-based practise., MAS will involve undertaking a range of cognitive communication assessments to inform diagnostic consideration in dementia across four MDT settings. Short term input at an early post diagnostic stage of dementia for people with co-occurring communication difficulties will form part of this role. Dysphagia screening where this is indicated will also be required.
ALD Services will involve undertaking communication and/or dysphagia assessment and advice. Working with families, care providers and Local Authorities will be central to the role, along with the provision of staff training and MDT working. You will have regular opportunities to collaborate with other SLTs across the Swansea Bay ALD service. 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. An established supervision and support network is in place across the SLT team., 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, Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and applications are welcomed from persons with disabilities. A disability will not prejudice your application. If you are unable to submit your application in the requested format because of a disability please contact the Recruitment Team, who will agree a more suitable way for you to apply. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification will be invited to interview.

There will be a strong emphasis on person-centred planning and co- production across both services. You will be supported in both roles by the Clinical Lead Speech and Language Therapists. 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 services are encouraged.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English., 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.
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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., Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.