Bank Specialist ASD Practitioner

NHS; Treorchy; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Allied Health Professional or Registered Nurse in the Integrated Autism Service. The role involves conducting assessments, providing support for autistic adults, and collaborating with various sectors. Full training provided.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, OT, Psychologist, or SaLT with post-registration professional development.
• Knowledge of legal and policy frameworks for autism services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop interventions for autistic adults.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and strengthen relationships.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Postgraduate diploma

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational, dynamic, and enthusiastic Band 7 Allied Health Professional or Registered Nurse for the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) Integrated Autism Service (IAS) Team. The team is moving to a new base at Ysbyty George Thomas in Treorchy but covers the entire CTM Health Board.

The Integrated Autism Service (IAS) offers diagnostic assessments for adults and direct support for autistic adults and their parents/carers. The service also provides professional consultation, joint working, training, advice, and support to all sectors supporting autistic individuals.

The bank worker will be an autonomous practitioner responsible for managing their workload in accordance with NICE guidance, professional conduct standards, and legislative requirements related to neurodevelopmental services. Full training for diagnostic assessment will be provided to the right candidate.

Main duties of the job

The IAS provides diagnostic assessments of autism in adults and offers time-limited post-diagnostic interventions for autistic adults and their families, particularly those not meeting eligibility criteria for secondary care mental health or learning disability services. The service also offers professional consultation and engagement across sectors, along with autism-related training.

The bank worker will participate in and contribute to adult diagnostic assessments and, in collaboration with team members, develop and implement highly specialist interventions for autistic adults and their families. They will work in partnership with existing teams to strengthen relationships, co-produce resources, develop transition arrangements, and explore opportunities for joint working.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of NHS Wales, providing primary, secondary, and community health and wellbeing services to approximately 450,000 residents across Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Our core values are:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

As a local employer, around 80% of our 15,000 staff live within our region, making our workforce integral to the diverse communities we serve.

Details

• Date posted: 29 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £46,840 to £53,602 per annum, pro rata
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 110-BNK325-0425

Job locations

Ysbyty George Thomas Hospital, Treorchy, CF42 6YG

Job responsibilities

Full job description and person specification are attached within the supporting documents or can be viewed by clicking 'Apply now' to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge (Essential)

• Registered Nurse, OT, Psychologist, or SaLT with evidence of post-registration professional development (e.g., postgraduate diploma or equivalent).
• Ability to demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and awareness of current evidence-based practice relevant to ASD.
• Knowledge of legal and policy frameworks underpinning autism services, including Autism Code of Practice, Supporting Guidance, the Health & Wellbeing Act 2014, Welsh Government ASD Strategic Action Plan, NICE guidance, National Service Frameworks, and Safeguarding.

Experience (Essential)

• Experience working in ASD services or with ASD clients in other sectors such as Learning Disability or Mental Health.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary community settings and with internal/external stakeholders.

Aptitude and Abilities (Essential)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with tact and diplomacy for delivering sensitive information.
• Ability to build good relationships within and outside the organization.
• Proactive, adaptable, and capable of working autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience delivering presentations to groups.

Values (Essential)

• Drive, enthusiasm, and commitment, with a positive attitude and respect for others.

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence in the past 10 years if they have resided there for 12 months or more.

Employer details

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Ysbyty George Thomas Hospital, Treorchy, CF42 6YG

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