Job Summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board is looking to appoint an innovative, proactive and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our Neonatal Service. The post is based at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthenshire with community follow up across the Health Board where required.
About Us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in‑hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
Details
Date posted: 31 December 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 7
Salary: £48,527 to £55,532 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number: 100-AHP161-1225
Job Location
Special Care Baby Unit, Glangwili Hospital
Dolgwili Road
Carmarthen
SA31 2AF
Responsibilities
Lead on Family Integrated Care and support the Neonatal Occupational Therapy Service. Participate in multi‑disciplinary ward rounds and neonatal clinics. Provide specialist assessments jointly with the Neonatal Therapy team. Liaise with other neonatal occupational therapists across Wales and the UK for service development and clinical governance. Offer training and support to the wider Occupational Therapy Service for Children and Young People. Supervise staff and offer clinical placements to support occupational therapy students within Wales.
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
* Professional registration recognised by HCPC
* Evidence of attendance on specialist short courses and advanced training up to Master's level equivalent in particular clinical specialist areas e.g. sensory integration Level 1, Bobath
* Up to date knowledge of paediatric equipment and interventions, particularly for babies and their families/carers with neonatal care needs
* Psychosocial interventions
* Management and application of Health and Safety at Work Act
* Knowledge of services in the Voluntary and Community setting
* Understands and acknowledges the principles of motivation in engaging individuals
Desirable
* Post‑graduate qualifications in a wide selection of clinical conditions or neonatal care
* Member of BAOT
* Leadership training
* Post graduate courses in research methodology
* Fieldwork Education Training Course
* Attachment theory and its application clinically
* Splinting
Experience Essential
* Extensive post‑graduate experience with specialism in paediatrics
* Managing a complex caseload
* Inter‑professional and multi‑agency team working
* Direct involvement with carers and families
* Negotiation of service development
* Evidence of supporting service compliance with clinical governance requirements
Desirable Experience
* Neonatal experience
* Mental health experience
* Key worker/Case Manager
* People management/supervision of staff
* Negotiation of multidisciplinary working arrangements
Other Essential
* Have a full driver’s licence and access to a car to travel across the county for home visits
* Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Language Skills
* Welsh speaker (Level 1)
Additional Information
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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post requires a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Employer: Hywel Dda University Health Board
Website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/
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