Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist
Job summary
We are seeking a highly skilled, innovative and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to lead the development of AAC and Communication Accessibility across Powys Teaching Health Board. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a lifespan service that supports individuals, families, communities and professionals to improve communication participation and inclusion.
The post holder will provide strategic and clinical leadership for AAC provision across Powys, whilst also leading the development of communication-accessible environments and communication partner skills across health, social care, education and community settings.
The post holder will work collaboratively across Children's, Adult and Adult Learning Disability services, supporting the delivery of consistent pathways, high-quality clinical practice, workforce development and service innovation. The role will focus on improving opportunities for people with communication difficulties to participate fully in everyday life through both direct specialist support and wider system-level change.
Powys Teaching Health Board Speech and Language Therapy Services are committed to delivering person-centred, evidence-based and equitable care. We are looking for an experienced clinician who is passionate about communication accessibility and who can inspire and support others to build communication-friendly communities across the lifespan. The base for this role can be negotiated. Part-time and remote working considered.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as an expert consultative practitioner, providing advanced clinical leadership and highly specialist knowledge in AAC and communication accessibility across Children's, Adult and Adult Learning Disability Speech and Language Therapy services.
The post holder will be accountable for: Development of AAC pathways and standards across the lifespan.Leadership of communication accessibility initiatives across Powys.Workforce development and competency building in AAC and communication support.Clinical governance, audit and quality improvement within the AAC and Communication Accessibility portfolio.Building collaborative networks that connect paediatric, adult and Adult Learning Disability services.
AAC provision within Wales focuses on collaboration, working with colleagues across the 7 health boards to deliver an excellent and equitable service. You will also work closely with the National Centre for Electronic and Assistive Technology who provide powered AAC, environmental controls and computer access support. This brings with it opportunities to contribute to service development and initiatives at a local and national level.
About us
Being the smallest Heath 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're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job responsibilities
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