Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Occupational Therapy Technician within our Paediatric service. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, the post holder will be expected to contribute to the occupational therapy assessment process and provide occupational therapy intervention to children and young people within the CTMUHB area.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a community team of OT's and OTT's (Occupational Therapy Technicians) for Children.
• To manage a given caseload (assigned and monitored by a qualified OT).
• To undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes within the child's own home, school or community setting as instructed by the OT and responding flexibility to the needs of the service.
• To support the OT by assisting with all modulates of therapeutic care e.g. assessments, groups and other joint interests with other disciplines (when appropriate).
• To participate in departmental projects, audits, provision/monitoring of relevant data and statistics as service requires.
• Develop a patient centred approach to engaging patients in routine therapeutic occupations following the aims/methods given by the OT, and to adjust own clinical interventions based on fluctuating needs of the child

About us
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.

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.

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

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

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.

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

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. 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 being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Evidence of good general education, English/Mathematics GCSE or equivalent qualification in child care.
• NVQ level 3 Diploma in Social Care (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Expected to achieve competency based training within a two year period

Communication skills
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills in a way which will neither offend nor antagonise.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at a Level 3 or above

Experience
Essential

• Significant experience of working with children in an Education or Health environment.
• Experience of competency based/self-directed learning.

Desirable

• Experience of working with healthcare professionals.
• Previous experience within the NHS or with children at school/community setting.

Skills
Essential

• Numeric skills.
• Ability to work independently whilst under appropriate supervision.
• Strong organisational skills including: Good time management skills, prioritisation skills, good record keeping, team working

Desirable

• Ability to work with patients with communication barriers/motivational issues.
• Teaching skills & presentation skills.
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at a Level 3 or above

Knowledge
Essential

• A good level of understanding of childhood conditions and childhood development.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy role with children & families.

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Enthusiastic
• Self motivated.
• Ability to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances.
• Confident in approaching tasks.
• Flexible towards the needs of the service.

Desirable

• Outgoing disposition with a wide range of interests.

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).

Employer details
Employer name: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Hospital, New Road, Mountain Ash, CF45 4BZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

Contact
Team Lead/Arweinydd Tîm Helen Stephens-Collins helen.stephens-collins@wales.nhs.uk 01443443073

Closing date: 21 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 110-ACS173-1026

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