Job summary
Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist - There is an exciting opportunity to work as part of our Paediatric Physiotherapy team in CTMUHB.

The job will provide exposure to a range of Paediatric conditions across our four sites in Princess of Wales Hospital, YCC, Royal Glamorgan and Carnegie Clinic and give opportunities to develop skills within mainstream and specialist educational settings, outpatient clinics, and patients' home environments.

The individual will work as part of an innovative team and contribute to the service development.

You will provide both supervision to your colleagues and training to students and graduate staff.

Main duties of the job
We are really excited to welcome a new Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist to the Physiotherapy team here at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

This is a great opportunity to develop your clinical skills managing acute and chronic paediatric conditions and be part of a dynamic team of Paediatric Physiotherapists.

The post holder will be responsible for the comprehensive assessment and identification of problems of patients, including those with complex presentation, producing a highly specialised treatment plan based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of physical treatment skills.

They will be required to work independently as part of our Paediatric team, with fantastic learning opportunities.

The physiotherapy department will be looking for an HCPC registered physiotherapist who can demonstrate previous comprehensive experience of working within the field of paediatric physiotherapy and have a good working knowledge of NHS systems and procedures.

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.

Details
Date posted: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 110-AHP096-1126
Closing date: 18 November 2026

Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply through our website 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 for more information.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of broad spectrum NHS training

Knowledge
Essential

• Experience of NHS Health Systems
• Evidence of Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapy interest/development

Desirable

• Evidence of working in main stream/ special schools settings

Experience
Essential

• Broad range of Band 5 rotational experience including T&O and Respiratory
• Oncall competencies

Desirable

• Band 6 Experience

Skills
Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team or independently

Desirable

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

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: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address: Rotational across Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, Llantrisant, CF72 8XR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://joinctm.wales/

For questions about the job, contact:
Team Lead / Arweinydd Tîm, Eve Walpole, eve.walpole2@wales.nhs.uk

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