Job summary
This post is fixed term/secondment for 10 months to cover maternity leave from 4th January 2027 to 12th November 2027.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

We have exciting fixed-term opportunities for a Band 5 speech and language therapist within the children's speech and language therapy service in Pontllanfraith Clinic Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

The therapist will work with children, young people and their families providing an excellent level of care using evidence-based practice and a range of clinical pathways to inform this. We are seeking enthusiastic therapists with a dynamic approach who can work collaboratively and effectively with others both within the Speech and Language Therapy team and the wider team around the child in a person-centred way. The post holder will be organised and committed to personal development.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Speech and Language Therapy department has 90 therapists and assistants working with a range of people with a range of speech, language and communication difficulties. Team meetings take place throughout the year and staff receive regular supervision.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, intervention strategies, treatment, and discharge of caseload in accordance with guidelines of the SLT Service and RCSLT Communicating Quality 3 professional standards.
• Accept clinical support and advice from senior clinicians.
• Work collaboratively with agencies and colleagues for exchange of information, discuss input around client's needs ensuring a coordinated care plan.
• Provide appropriate information, training, advice and support to clients, carers and agree case management.
• Provide appropriate information, training, advice and support to clients, carers/families/multidisciplinary team members/all professionals, communicate complex condition related information from assessment.
• Demonstrate empathy with clients, carers and 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 and keep abreast of new practice developments.
• Supervise work delegated to SLT assistants, technical instructors, students/volunteers.

About us
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.

Details
Date posted: 19 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 10 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 040-AHP114-1026
Job locations: Pontllanfraith Clinic, Blackwood Road, Pontllanfraith, NP12 2YU, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please Apply through our website to view in Trac.

We support flexible working arrangements and consideration will be given to part time or full time working.

Person Specification
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

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.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Employer's website: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/

For questions about the job, contact:
Professional Lead for Community Children, Rebecca Hammond, RebeccaJane.Hammonds@wales.nhs.uk, 01633431639

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