Speech and Language Therapist
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Pontllanfraith, NP12 2YUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,557 to £39,631
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 November 2026
13 days leftJob description
This post is fixed term/secondment for 10 months to cover maternity leave from 4th January 2027 to 12th November2027. If you are interested in applyin...
- Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, intervention strategies,treatment, & discharge of caseloadin accordance with guidelines of the SLT Service & RCSLT Communicating Quality 3 professional standards.
- Accept clinical support & advice from senior clinicians.
- Work collaboratively withagencies & colleagues for exchange of information, discussinput aroundclient's needs ensuring acoordinated care plan.
- Provide appropriate information, training, advice & support to clients,carers &agree case management.
- Provide appropriate information, training, advice & support to clients, carers/families/multidisciplinary team members/all professionals, communicate complex condition related information from assessment.
- Demonstrate empathy with clients, carers & families to ensure effective communication is achieved often where complex barriers to understanding exist in clients with pathological communication difficulties.
- Seek advice or request a second opinions from senior clinicians.
- Accept second opinions as directed by senior clinicians.
- Participate in activities designed to improve effectiveness of service provision.
- Participate in activities for proposed service/policy developments by commenting in discussions.
- Demonstrate evidence based, clinically effective practice & keep abreast of new practice developments.
- Supervise work delegated to SLT assistants, technical instructors, students/volunteers.
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.
We support flexible working arrangements and consideration will be given to part time or full time working.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications
Essential
- Speech and Language Therapy Degree. Registered with HCPC. Member of RCSLT. Knowledge of a broad range of assessment tools. Knowledge of specific assessment/treatment tools for complex needs
Desirable
- Some Research methodology/ clinical audit training. Knowledge of clinical governance issues. Knowledge of national policies in Health and/or Education Reflective practice theory.
Experience
Essential: - A range of clinical placements
Desirable
- Experience of working with a range of clients within a variety of settings. Experience of running therapy groups. Experience of working with multidisciplinary colleagues.
Values
Essential
- Team player. Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the service. Resilience to emotionally demanding situations. Ability to accept standards of others. Sound reflective practice skills with mentors
Desirable: - Problem solving skills
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
19 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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