Job summary
We have a rare and exciting opportunity to recruit 2 Deputy Heads of Speech and Language Therapy to join our dynamic and supportive team. These are pivotal roles: you will oversee the development and delivery of either Adult or Paediatric speech and language therapy, working collaboratively with the Head of Speech and Language Therapy and each other to ensure high quality care for our population and inspirational leadership for our amazing team of SLTs, technical instructors and administrative colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Due to the retirement of our longstanding Deputy, we have the opportunity to develop 2 new posts, each leading either Adult or Paediatric SLT. We are a growing team of around 60, working across the age range and serving our population across primary, community and acute care, physical and mental health, and working with partners across health and social care, education, and the third sector. We are known as a friendly, skilled and innovative team, with a strong commitment to learning and development.
You will spend around 50% of your time working clinically, and 50% in service management, working with the Head of Speech and Language Therapy, each other and our leadership team to continually improve our service. You will need a working knowledge of the opportunities and challenges that present for SLT in the NHS, across the age range and diverse populations we serve, as we work together to develop a cohesive, fair and flexible service.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
We are unable to offer Sponsorship for this post.
Job description
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.
Informal enquiries or visits to meet the team are welcomed. Please contact Cara Spencer, Head of Speech and Language Therapy, East BCUHB. 07785 744883 or 03000848166; cara.spencer@wales.nhs.uk
Job description
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.
Informal enquiries or visits to meet the team are welcomed. Please contact Cara Spencer, Head of Speech and Language Therapy, East BCUHB. 07785 744883 or 03000848166; cara.spencer@wales.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
- Master's Level Qualification or Equivalent Demonstrable Experience
- Leadership Qualification or Equivalent Demonstrable Leadership Experience
Desirable
- Post-graduate Management Qualification
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Significant continuous professional development as an SLT and leader
- Evidence of operational service leadership and development
- Evidence of coaching skills and experience
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple competing priorities
- Understanding of NHS Wales' context, and opportunities and challenges for SLT services
Desirable
- Ability to work bilingually using English and Welsh
Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Enhanced reflective skills applied to clinical practice and personal development
- Proven ability to develop others through coaching, teaching and skill sharing
- Understanding and living BCUHB and NHS Wales' Values and Behaviours
Desirable
- Experience in leading risk management procedures within a team or service
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC Registered Speech and Language Therapist
- Master's Level Qualification or Equivalent Demonstrable Experience
- Leadership Qualification or Equivalent Demonstrable Leadership Experience
Desirable
- Post-graduate Management Qualification
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Significant continuous professional development as an SLT and leader
- Evidence of operational service leadership and development
- Evidence of coaching skills and experience
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple competing priorities
- Understanding of NHS Wales' context, and opportunities and challenges for SLT services
Desirable
- Ability to work bilingually using English and Welsh
Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Enhanced reflective skills applied to clinical practice and personal development
- Proven ability to develop others through coaching, teaching and skill sharing
- Understanding and living BCUHB and NHS Wales' Values and Behaviours
Desirable
- Experience in leading risk management procedures within a team or service
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
