band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

Powys Teaching Health Board; Newtown; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health organization in the UK is seeking a motivated Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join their team in Newtown. The successful candidate will deliver therapy programs for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties, working under the guidance of qualified staff. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant health training and good teamwork skills.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Work-life balance emphasis

Qualifications

• Evidence of practical training in Health or Social Care.
• Achieved or working towards an NVQ in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic activities for patients.
• Support patients in communication, eating, drinking, and swallowing.
• Implement therapy goals with patients and carers.
• Assist with departmental duties.
• Participate in professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

IT literacy

Professional presentation

Task prioritization

Education

Level 3 education or equivalent

GCSE English

Job description

Job Overview

We are delighted to offer a position within our Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team for an enthusiastic and motivated band 3 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant. The role will focus on carrying out programmes for adults who have acquired communication and/or eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties, as devised by Speech and Language Therapists. The base for this post can either be Newtown or Brecon.

You will work within a small, friendly adult team in the North and/or South of Powys, receiving regular clinical supervision, CPD opportunities and an appraisal system. We are committed to regularly reviewing our service delivery and to fostering a supportive, innovative and forward‑thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programmes of therapeutic activities for individuals or groups of patients.
• Deliver interventions to support patients in optimising their communication, eating, drinking and swallowing skills.
• Work with patients, carers and colleagues to implement therapy goals.
• Assist with specified duties within the Speech and Language Therapy Department.
• Work across the locality in a variety of settings.
• Support the departmental training delivery plan.
• Work independently under the guidance of qualified Speech and Language Therapy staff and actively participate in your own professional development.

Qualifications

• Evidence of practical training in Health or Social Care or Level 3 education.
• Achieved or working towards an NVQ in Health and Social Care or another relevant qualification.
• Good standard of education – GCSE English.

Experience

• Experience in a Health or Social Care setting.

Skills

• Work well in a team and independently.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• IT literacy, including keyboard skills.
• Present yourself professionally with a clear communication style.
• Prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• Working knowledge of IT systems such as Word, Excel, Publisher and devices such as iPads.
• Demonstrate PTHB values.
• Ability to empathise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable and willing to work flexibly to meet service needs.
• Ability to travel within the geographical area.

Additional Information

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

Being the smallest Health Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community‑based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us through a range of development pathways. We are fortunate to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, and we recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work‑life balance by prioritising your well‑being.