Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
The closing date is 27 September 2026
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for two full time Speech and Language Therapists to join the Adult Team in BCUHB West area. As a successful applicant you will have the opportunity to work across both community and hospital-based services, providing high-quality communication and dysphagia assessment and intervention to Adults with Acquired Communication and Swallowing Difficulties across Gwynedd and Anglesey. You will work closely with other members of the team to support adults with complex communication and eating/drinking difficulties as part of a holistic, service user centred service and be confident in providing high quality, evidence based assessments and interventions and possess excellent communication and organisational skills.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will have a varied caseload of adults who have acquired communication and/or swallowing difficulties, and who require specialist Speech & Language Therapy in a range of locations across Gwynedd and Anglesey. There will be the opportunity to develop specialist skills in areas such as Head and Neck cancer, progressive neurological conditions, voice, and working within hospital-based multi-disciplinary teams. You will have the opportunity to be involved in the development of clinical pathways and projects as well as delivering training, supporting and mentoring staff. You will work closely with the Speech and Language Therapy Team Leaders and other staff to continue to drive and shape our services.
You will be part of our supportive and highly skilled team of SLTs and Technical Instructors. Our friendly and forward thinking department has a strong commitment to CPD and regular clinical supervision. Access to specialist training is available via internal and external courses, as well as mentoring, clinical supervision, attendance at regional and national CEN meetings.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. 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.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Compressed hours, Annualised hours
Reference number
050-AHP173-0926
Job locations
Bodfan, Ysbyty Eryri
Caernarfon
LL55 2YE
United Kingdom
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
- Recognised qualification degree/equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC Registered
- RCSLT Registered
- Able to demonstrate continuing professional development e/g/ up to date CPD portfolio
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate clinical network group.
- Other professional or academic qualification which relates to clinical practice
- Accredited Practice Placement Educator Certificate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- A range of clinical experience across Paediatric/Adult SLT services
- Delegation to non-registered staff
- Experience in service development/improvement
- Evidence of attendance on relevant specialist short courses
Desirable
- Delegation to registered staff
- Experience of delivering clinical education in area of speciality
- Experience of leading multidisciplinary/multi-professional teams
- Delivering practice supervision
- Welsh/English therapy provision
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Reflection and analytical skills
- Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
- Welsh/English competency that is compatible with linguistically appropriate assessment and therapy provision
- Effective planning, time management and organisational skill
Desirable
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Demonstrate understanding and involvement of clinical governance and risk assessment
- Ability to report statistical information/service data and present reports and documents to a high standard
- Welsh speaker
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Self motivating and ability to motivate others
- Able to work flexibly and independently
- be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
Other relevant requirements
Essential
- Clear vision of role / commitment to specialty and department
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification degree/equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
- HCPC Registered
- RCSLT Registered
- Able to demonstrate continuing professional development e/g/ up to date CPD portfolio
Desirable
- Membership of appropriate clinical network group.
- Other professional or academic qualification which relates to clinical practice
- Accredited Practice Placement Educator Certificate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- A range of clinical experience across Paediatric/Adult SLT services
- Delegation to non-registered staff
- Experience in service development/improvement
- Evidence of attendance on relevant specialist short courses
Desirable
- Delegation to registered staff
- Experience of delivering clinical education in area of speciality
- Experience of leading multidisciplinary/multi-professional teams
- Delivering practice supervision
- Welsh/English therapy provision
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Reflection and analytical skills
- Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
- Welsh/English competency that is compatible with linguistically appropriate assessment and therapy provision
- Effective planning, time management and organisational skill
Desirable
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Demonstrate understanding and involvement of clinical governance and risk assessment
- Ability to report statistical information/service data and present reports and documents to a high standard
- Welsh speaker
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Self motivating and ability to motivate others
- Able to work flexibly and independently
- be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
Other relevant requirements
Essential
- Clear vision of role / commitment to specialty and department
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
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
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Bodfan, Ysbyty Eryri
Caernarfon
LL55 2YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Bodfan, Ysbyty Eryri
Caernarfon
LL55 2YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Head of Speech and Language Therapy
Fiona Lloyd
07890025724
Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Compressed hours, Annualised hours
Reference number
050-AHP173-0926
Job locations
Bodfan, Ysbyty Eryri
Caernarfon
LL55 2YE
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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