Main area Speech and Language Therapy Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours 18.75 hours per week (Part time – 18.75 hours per week) Job ref 040-ACS232-1026
Site Serennu Children’s Centre Town Newport Salary £26,813 – £27,890 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 05/11/2026 23:59
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Job overview
Are you passionate about helping children communicate and thrive? If so, we’d love to welcome you to our team!
We are looking for a passionate Speech and Language Therapy Assistant to join our friendly, supportive, innovative Children’s Centre Speech and Language Therapy team. The successful candidate’s base location will be confirmed at the time of appointment and will be either Serennu Children’s Centre or Caerphilly Children’s Centre, depending on service requirements and team capacity.
Main duties of the job
This could be the perfect opportunity for you if you :
Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with speech, language and communication needs
Enjoy working closely with children, their families and other professionals such as education staff
Are looking to be part of a caring, supportive and innovative team that values continuous learning
Are interested in supporting therapists and delivering therapy in clinic and school settings
What We’re Looking For:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A basic understanding of speech, language and communication needs and the role of a speech and language therapist
Experience working collaboratively within a team
Organised, enthusiastic and committed to personal development
What We Offer:
A supportive network of over 90 therapists and assistants across ABUHB
Regular supervision, peer support, and tailored training opportunities
Welsh language skills are desirable, but not essential. We welcome applications from Welsh and/or English speakers.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long‑term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others .
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
- Good standard of general education to GCSE level or equivalent. A basic knowledge of communication disability and types of communication difficulties, and speech and language therapy. How do you meet these essential criteria?
- Qualifications related to working with individuals, groups in health/education settings particularly NVQ or equivalent. Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for therapy, e.g. safety, confidentiality, consent. Knowledge of speech and language therapy software.
Experience
- Experience of working with a team of people. How do you meet these essential criteria?
- Experience of working with speech and language therapists. Experience of working with children and clients. Experience of working with people with communication difficulties.
Values
- Flexible and reliable. Forward thinking. Personal initiative. Committed to personal and team development. Ability to travel around geographical areas to meet the requirements of the post. How do you meet these essential criteria?
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self‑assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Lynette Kimberley Job title Professional Lead Early Years & Children’s Centre Email address Lynette.Kimberley@wales.nhs.uk Telephone number 01633431638 Additional information
Please contact Lynette Kimberley (Professional Lead for Children’s Centres and Early Years ) on 01633 431638 or Lynette.Kimberley@wales.nhs.uk with any queries about the role or for further information .
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