Overview
There are three positions available which will be based either in Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil or Rhondda Taff Ely. Travel will be expected to schools across regions, with flexibility to cover other bases as necessary.
Hours and composition
There are two term-time positions available and one full-year position (not term-time). All positions are part time (18.75 hours per week) across four days, e.g. 9.15am–2.30pm.
Role purpose
This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the early identification of hearing difficulties in children, helping to support their development and educational outcomes. The successful candidate will work independently in school settings, performing hearing tests and liaising with health and education professionals. They will be responsible for arranging school visits and the administrative duties relevant to the role.
Main duties
Please see the job description and personal specification for the main duties of the job.
Work efficiently and confidently as an indirectly supervised practitioner guided by standard policies and procedures to screen and monitor children\'s hearing in schools.
Follow protocols to ensure child is managed appropriately. For all tests completed, to communicate results of the hearing screen to parents in written format.
Manage own time effectively to include planning of workload in collaboration with other team members. With support, develop and maintain the knowledge and skills required to perform, record and report hearing tests safely and accurately.
Qualifications
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn\'t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn\'t need to have skills in Welsh, we\'ll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn\'t \"fluency\", just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see \"Welsh Language Guidance\" in the documents right at the bottom.
About CTM
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales\'s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
Location and lifestyle
CTM\'s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff\'s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Strategy and values
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
* We listen, learn, and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We work together as one team
Benefits
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
Work environment
At CTM, you\'ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
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