Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
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Job Overview
This is a Fixed term/Secondment position until 31st March 2026 to meet the needs of the service. If you are interested in applying for the secondment, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist based within SLT services in North West Wales, working with partners in Flying Start services in Gwynedd.
Working alongside colleagues in Flying Start, including health visitors, nursery nurses, Language and Play and Early Development officers, advisory teachers, and childcare providers, you will ensure a cohesive approach to supporting speech, language, and communication development in young children.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, dynamic, and innovative, with a passion for working with young children and their families. Experience in multidisciplinary teams, especially with colleagues in Health, Education, and Social Services, is advantageous. You will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including observation, listening, and empathy, to support individual needs. There will be opportunities to develop skills in staff training and education in preschool and school settings, and to contribute to the ongoing development of the Flying Start service in North West Wales.
What we can offer:
* 1:1 regular management supervision
* Access to professional supervision, both 1:1 and peer groups
* Joint working with SLT colleagues
* An opportunity to work in an innovative, motivated, and supportive team within a collaborative environment
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or want a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales offers a rewarding environment. As Wales' largest health organisation, we provide primary, community, mental health, and hospital services to around 700,000 people across North Wales. Join our team and benefit from our organisational values and ‘Proud to Lead’ framework.
We promote equality and diversity and are proud to be a “Disability Confident Employer”. Please check your email regularly for correspondence. Applications can be submitted in Welsh, and will be treated equally to those in English.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
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Additional Information
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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