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<h2>Job summary</h2>
 Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist looking to specialise in stroke care? Would you love to work in innovative and supportive MDTs where patient centred care and evidence-based practice is prioritised? Do you want to work for an SLT department that is invested in staff wellbeing and professional development? If the answer is YES, then Swansea Bay UHB have a part time (30 hours) vacancy you can apply for in our stroke service. SBUHB's stroke service includes acute services at Morriston Hospital, rehabilitation at Neath Port Talbot Hospital and an Early Supported Discharge Service in the community. All parts of the pathway include experienced MDTs allowing for stimulating and creative opportunities for interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary team working. We welcome applications from candidates with the pre-requisite skills at a band 6 specialist level as well as from those who aspire to develop their knowledge and skills. Under Annex 21, we are offering the opportunity to complete a dedicated competency framework, with access to regular supervision from experienced clinicians, focused CPD activities and a clear pathway for completion of your training.



 <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
 The post holder will be required to work and develop skills across all parts of the stroke pathway. They will work in a supportive team under the Acute and Rehab Stroke leads with opportunities to support band 5 SLTs, band 4 SLT assistant and Rehab Technicians. The post holder will need to deliver training to other members of the team and will also provide student placements to SLT undergraduates. You will be working in a team with strong working links across the whole SLT department and opportunities to develop specialist clinical skills and expand professional development with support from specialist colleagues, a Stroke Consultant Therapist and the Neuro-Sciences SLT Clinical Lead. The department is equipped with state of the art equipment to optimize patient care including access to videofluoroscopy clinics, several FEES stacks and instrumental bio-feedback equipment for dysphagia rehabilitation and computer based aphasia therapy. The ideal candidate will be innovative and dynamic, with strong time management and MDT working skills. Specialist clinical skills and knowledge of stroke medicine, the stroke pathway and evidence based practice will be embedded within their clinical practice. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and adaptable to respond to the changing clinical demands across the pathway.



 <h3>About us</h3>
 We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.


 
 
 <h2>Details</h2>
 <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
 02 September 2025

 
 <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
 Agenda for change

 
 
 <h3>Band</h3>
 
 Band 6
 
 

 
 
 <h3>Salary</h3>
 
 £39,263 to £47,280 a year
 
 per annum pro rata
 
 
 
 

 <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
 Permanent

 

 
 <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
 
 
 
 Part-time
 
 
 
 

 <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
 
 130-AHP077-0825
 

 
 
 
 <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
 
 
 Morriston Hospital
 Heol Maes Eglwys
 Swansea
 SA6 6NL
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 <h2>Job description</h2>
 <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
 The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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
 

 
 
 
 Job description
 
 
 
 <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
 The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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
 
 


 
 
 <h2>Person Specification</h2>
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_1">
 
 Qualifications &amp; Training
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Recognised SLT degree or equivalent</li>
 
 <li>Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC</li>
 
 <li>Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Relevant postgrad courses</li>
 
 <li>CEN member</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_2">
 
 Experience
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties</li>
 
 <li>Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants</li>
 
 <li>Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload</li>
 
 <li>Experience and knowledge of use of AAC</li>
 
 <li>Planning and delivery of clinical audit</li>
 
 <li>Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups</li>
 
 <li>Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants</li>
 
 <li>Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Working within an MDT</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_3">
 
 Knowledge and Skills
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice</li>
 
 <li>Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis</li>
 
 <li>Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information</li>
 
 <li>Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management</li>
 
 <li>Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies</li>
 
 <li>Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism</li>
 
 <li>Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Experience of conflict resolution</li>
 
 <li>Ability to speak Welsh</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_4">
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care</li>
 
 <li>Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 


 
 
 
 Person Specification
 
 
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_1">
 
 Qualifications &amp; Training
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Recognised SLT degree or equivalent</li>
 
 <li>Registered member of RCSLT and HCPC</li>
 
 <li>Completion of postgraduate specialist courses - Dysphagia</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Relevant postgrad courses</li>
 
 <li>CEN member</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_2">
 
 Experience
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Assessment and management of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties</li>
 
 <li>Support and mentor less experienced SLT's, students and assistants</li>
 
 <li>Use and interpretation of assessments relevant for specialist caseload</li>
 
 <li>Experience and knowledge of use of AAC</li>
 
 <li>Planning and delivery of clinical audit</li>
 
 <li>Experience and implementation of a range of specialist treatment options for individuals and groups</li>
 
 <li>Training or teaching of SLTS, other professionals, medical staff and assistants</li>
 
 <li>Ability to plan, prioritise and manage specialist caseload without direct supervision</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Working within an MDT</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_3">
 
 Knowledge and Skills
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Specialist knowledge underpinned by current evidence-based practice</li>
 
 <li>Accurate administration and analysis of assessments leading to differential diagnosis</li>
 
 <li>Good verbal and written skills to share complex and sensitive information</li>
 
 <li>Able to work unsupervised and independently as an active member of MDT negotiating case management</li>
 
 <li>Demonstrates understanding of wider public service policies</li>
 
 <li>Implementation of clinical governance/audits/research within relevant specialism</li>
 
 <li>Ability to use Microsoft packages including virtual platforms, spreadsheets etc</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Experience of conflict resolution</li>
 
 <li>Ability to speak Welsh</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 <h3 id="skill_category_4">
 
 Personal Attributes
 
 </h3>
 
 <h4>Essential</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Demonstrates understanding of own scope of practise and peson centred care</li>
 
 <li>Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to meet the business needs</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 <h4>Desirable</h4>
 <ul>
 
 <li>Ambassador for Speech and Language Therapy profession, department and Health Board</li>
 
 </ul>
 
 
 
 



 
 
 <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
 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.
 

 
 <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
 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 <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.
 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. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.
 

 
 <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
 
 Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
 <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
 
 


 
 
 
 
 Additional information
 
 
 
 
 <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
 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.
 

 
 <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
 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 <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.
 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. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.
 

 
 <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
 
 Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
 <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
 
 
 
 


 
 
 <h2>Employer details</h2>
 <h3>Employer name</h3>
 Swansea Bay University Health Board
 <h3>Address</h3>
 
 
 Morriston Hospital
 Heol Maes Eglwys
 Swansea
 SA6 6NL
 
 

 
 
 <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
 
 <a href="https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/" target="_blank">https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)</a>
 
 

 



 
 
 <h2>Employer details</h2>
 <h3>Employer name</h3>
 Swansea Bay University Health Board
 <h3>Address</h3>
 
 
 Morriston Hospital
 Heol Maes Eglwys
 Swansea
 SA6 6NL
 
 

 
 
 <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
 
 <a href="https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/" target="_blank">https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)</a>

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Specialist Speech & Language Therapist

<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			
 

Are you an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a&nbsp;full time opportunity&nbsp;to be part of a supportive and experienced team providing Eating Disorder inpatient treatment for women?
Join Ty Glyn Ebbw, in Ebbw Vale, a specialist Inpatient Eating Disorder service for Women. You will be working as part of a wide MDT providing evidence-based and focused treatment programmes designed for the individual.
You will have experience in General Adult settings and have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.&nbsp; You will also have experience of working within acute inpatient or community settings, ideally inpatient settings and have experience in risk assessment and risk management.
When you work for Elysium Healthcare, you have instant access to a large and supportive peer group of like-minded professionals to engage and network with and get to experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
As part of this role you will be required to participate in the on call rota for a group of Hospitals within the Welsh region. 
 
As an Eating Disorder Psychiatrist, you will:&nbsp;
<ul type="disc">
 <li>Manage a case load as RC of the ward.</li>
 <li>Participate in the assessment and management of those referred to the Service.&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Assess physical health and document finding within Care notes and weekly ICR meetings.</li>
 <li>Ensure completion of professional reports as per timeline such as ICRs/CPA/Tribunals.</li>
 <li>Act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act.&nbsp;</li>
 <li>Provide leadership, supervision, reflection, and risk management to the key workers on the team.</li>
 <li>Participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists</li>
 <li>Uphold the principles of Clinical Governance and adhere to the organisation’s clinical governance requirements.</li>
 <li>Take part in an Annual Appraisal Programme, with the development of Personal Development Plans, focused on Continuing Professional Development.</li>
 <li>Adhere to all the organisations policies and procedures.</li>
</ul>
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
<ul type="disc">
 <li>MBBS or equivalent medical qualification</li>
 <li>Full GMC registration with licence to practice</li>
 <li>MRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists</li>
 <li>Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients</li>
 <li>To hold Section 12(2) approval to work in Wales and Approved clinician status. 
 </li>
</ul>
What you will get:
<ul type="disc">
 <li>Competitive annual salary</li>
 <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!</li>
 <li>A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution</li>
 <li>Life Assurance</li>
 <li>Enhanced Maternity Package</li>
 <li>Free meals while on duty</li>
 <li>Employee Assistance Services</li>
 <li>Career development and training</li>
 <li>Wellbeing support and activities</li>
 <li>Voluntary benefits</li>
 <li>Medical indemnity cover</li>
 <li>Flexibility to work in clinically led environments</li>
</ul>


There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check and much more.
About your next employer
You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.&nbsp;
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.&nbsp;
The safety of our service users and colleagues is our priority and as such we encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.


		
	
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Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County CouncilAnnual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays &amp; ChristmasYou ve built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home and truly changing a life forever?We re looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference.This is fostering but not as you know it. This is Lleol Fostering.Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering maintaining locality is hugely important. There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise and above all someone who will believe in them and fight their corner.We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers including those who have worked as CBT Practitioners, using structured, evidence-based approaches to support children and young people experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, and behavioural challenges. If you ve helped young people reframe thinking patterns, develop coping skills, and overcome emotional obstacles, your therapeutic insight could provide a child with the one thing they need most a safe, stable home where healing can begin.What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible.We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way.What You ll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: <ul> <li> £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill &amp; commitment</li><li> Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)</li><li> Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays &amp; Christmas</li><li> Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer for practical help and respite</li><li> 50% discount on your Council Tax payments</li><li> Therapeutic Training &amp; Qualifications</li><li> Membership to The Fostering Network</li><li> Access to the Mockingbird Support Model</li><li> Blue Light Card membership access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide</li><li> Reward &amp; Recognition via the CareFriends App</li><li> Regular Wellbeing events &amp; Peer Support groups</li></ul> Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We re looking for individuals or couples who:<ul> <li> Have professional or personal experience in supporting children &amp; young people</li><li> Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment</li><li> Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering</li><li> Hold a full driving licence</li><li> Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role</li><li> Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training</li><li> Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way</li><li> Are open to registering as self-employed</li></ul> Ideally, you won t have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you ve worked as a:<ul> <li> CBT Therapist</li><li> Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner</li><li> Behavioural Therapist</li><li> Mental Health Support Specialist using CBT techniques then your ability to promote emotional resilience and mental wellbeing could make you an outstanding foster carer.</li></ul> Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.

Foster Carer - Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT Therapist)

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Foster Carer - Mental Health Nurse

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County CouncilAnnual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays &amp; ChristmasYou ve built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home and truly changing a life forever?We re looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference.This is fostering but not as you know it. This is Lleol Fostering.Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering maintaining locality is hugely important. There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise and above all someone who will believe in them and fight their corner.We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers including those who have worked as Art Therapists, using creativity to help individuals process trauma, express themselves, and build emotional resilience. If you ve worked therapeutically with children or young people, supported emotional wellbeing through creative interventions, or helped individuals navigate complex mental health needs, your insight and empathy could be life-changing by offering a child the one thing they need most a safe, therapeutic home.What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible.We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way.What You ll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: <ul> <li> £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill &amp; commitment</li><li> Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)</li><li> Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays &amp; Christmas</li><li> Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer for practical help and respite</li><li> 50% discount on your Council Tax payments</li><li> Therapeutic Training &amp; Qualifications</li><li> Membership to The Fostering Network</li><li> Access to the Mockingbird Support Model</li><li> Blue Light Card membership access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide</li><li> Reward &amp; Recognition via the CareFriends App</li><li> Regular Wellbeing events &amp; Peer Support groups</li></ul> Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We re looking for individuals or couples who:<ul> <li> Have professional or personal experience in supporting children &amp; young people</li><li> Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment</li><li> Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering</li><li> Hold a full driving licence</li><li> Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role</li><li> Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training</li><li> Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way</li><li> Are open to registering as self-employed</li></ul> Ideally, you won t have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you ve worked as an:<ul> <li> Art Therapist</li><li> Creative Arts Practitioner</li><li> Play Therapist</li><li> Child or Adolescent Mental Health Worker then your ability to create emotional safety, build trust, and support healing through expression could make you an outstanding foster carer.</li></ul> Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.

Foster Carer - Art Therapist

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?To view this advert in Welsh, please click here.Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County CouncilAnnual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays &amp; ChristmasYou ve built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home and truly changing a life forever?We re looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference.This is fostering but not as you know it. This is Lleol Fostering.Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering maintaining locality is hugely important. There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise and above all someone who will believe in them and fight their corner.We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers including those who have worked as CAMHS Practitioners, supporting children and adolescents with complex emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs. If you ve delivered therapeutic interventions, worked as part of a multi-agency team, or helped young people manage trauma and emotional dysregulation, your expertise could offer a child the one thing they need most a safe, therapeutic home.What makes Lleol Foster Carers different? This is a specialist fostering role supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible.We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way.What You ll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer: <ul> <li> £50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill &amp; commitment</li><li> Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)</li><li> Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays &amp; Christmas</li><li> Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer for practical help and respite</li><li> 50% discount on your Council Tax payments</li><li> Therapeutic Training &amp; Qualifications</li><li> Membership to The Fostering Network</li><li> Access to the Mockingbird Support Model</li><li> Blue Light Card membership access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide</li><li> Reward &amp; Recognition via the CareFriends App</li><li> Regular Wellbeing events &amp; Peer Support groups</li></ul> Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer? We re looking for individuals or couples who:<ul> <li> Have professional or personal experience in supporting children &amp; young people</li><li> Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment</li><li> Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering</li><li> Hold a full driving licence</li><li> Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role</li><li> Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training</li><li> Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way</li><li> Are open to registering as self-employed</li></ul> Ideally, you won t have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For. If you ve worked as a:<ul> <li> CAMHS Practitioner</li><li> Children s Mental Health Nurse</li><li> Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)</li><li> Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist then your clinical insight, compassion, and ability to build therapeutic relationships could make you an outstanding foster carer.</li></ul> Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.

Foster Carer - CAMHS Practitioner

Could this be your most rewarding role yet?Become a Lleol (local) Foster Carer with Flintshire County CouncilAnnual Fee: £50,000 + up to £13,453.96 in Weekly Allowances Plus, additional payments for holidays, birthdays &amp; ChristmasYou ve built a career supporting others But have you ever thought about doing it from your own home and truly changing a life forever?We re looking for people with passion, patience, and experience to take the next step not just into another job, but into a whole new way of making a difference.This is fostering but not as you know it. This is Lleol Fostering.Lleol means local in Welsh and with fostering maintaining locality is hugely important. There are children and young people in and around the Flintshire area who need something more than just a traditional fostering placement. They need time, patience, expertise and above all someone who will believe in them and fight their corner.We are looking for extraordinary people to join us as Lleol Foster Carers including those who have worked as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs), helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, and emotional distress using low-intensity psychological interventions. If you ve supported people through trauma, change, or instability using guided self-help and behavioural approaches, you could make an incredible difference in a child s life by offering them a safe and therapeutic home environment.What makes Lleol Foster Carers different?This is a specialist fostering role supporting young people who are leaving high-support settings like residential care and helping them to transition to family life as smoothly as possible.We take a therapeutic approach to professional parenting, giving you every opportunity to develop your skills through full training, exceptional support, and a team walking alongside you every step of the way.What You ll Receive as a Lleol Foster Carer:<ul> <li>£50,000 Annual Fee recognising your dedicated time, skill &amp; commitment</li><li>Up to £258.79 Weekly Fostering Allowance (over £13,453 annually)</li><li>Additional Allowances for Birthdays, Holidays &amp; Christmas</li><li>Access to a linked Lleol Support Foster Carer for practical help and respite</li><li>50% discount on your Council Tax payments</li><li>Therapeutic Training &amp; Qualifications</li><li>Membership to The Fostering Network</li><li>Access to the Mockingbird Support Model</li><li>Blue Light Card membership access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide</li><li>Reward &amp; Recognition via the CareFriends App</li><li>Regular Wellbeing events &amp; Peer Support groups</li></ul> Could You Be a Lleol Foster Carer?We re looking for individuals or couples who:<ul> <li>Have professional or personal experience in supporting children &amp; young people</li><li>Can provide a nurturing, therapeutic home environment</li><li>Have at least one spare bedroom that can be dedicated to fostering</li><li>Hold a full driving licence</li><li>Are able to offer their full-time commitment to this role</li><li>Can work as part of a professional team, attend meetings, and engage in training</li><li>Are resilient, reflective, and ready to parent in a new and guided way</li><li>Are open to registering as self-employed</li></ul> Ideally, you won t have other children under 16 living in your home (though exceptions may apply dependent on individual fostering experience).This Could Be the Career Change You Never Knew You Were Ready For.If you ve worked as a:<ul> <li>Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)</li><li>Low-Intensity CBT Therapist</li><li>Wellbeing or IAPT Support Worker</li><li>Assistant Psychologist or Mental Health Support Worker</li></ul> then your ability to deliver evidence-based interventions and build therapeutic relationships could make you an outstanding foster carer.Interested in finding out more about becoming a Lleol Foster Carer in Flintshire? This is a unique opportunity to do what you do best but in a role where you can give children what no setting ever can: family, belonging, and the stability of a loving home.

Foster Carer - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

Mental Health Support Worker - Supported HousingLocation: Blaenau Gwent (Ebbw Vale and Blaina)Hours: 37 hours per week, including participation in a rota (weekends and sleep-ins)Contract: PermanentSalary: 24,242.40 per annumThe shifts are on a rota of days from 9am to 5pm, or 8am to 4pm - with one sleep-in per week from 3pm to 9am in the morning.There will be days that fall on a Saturday or Sunday. About the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our Supported Housing team in Blaenau Gwent.This is a role where you can make a genuine difference every day - supporting people over the age of 18 who have faced challenges such as poor mental health, homelessness, and multiple complex needs.Working within a supported accommodation setting, you will provide a combination of social, emotional, and practical support to help individuals move towards independent living and brighter futures.What You'll DoAs a Mental Health Support Worker, you will:<ul><li>Carry out assessments of individuals referred to the service, ensuring their needs are fully understood.</li><li>Manage your own caseload, providing effective, person-centred support.</li><li>Develop support plans with service users and review them regularly to reflect changing needs.</li><li>Encourage independence, enabling people to make informed decisions about their lives.</li><li>Collaborate with external agencies and partners to ensure holistic, joined-up support.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure risk assessments, plans and reviews are kept up to date.</li><li>Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and homely living environment.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient, and motivated to help people overcome barriers and achieve their goals.You'll bring:<ul><li>Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and relationship-based approaches.</li><li>Experience of working with people experiencing emotional distress and/or mental health challenges.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.</li><li>An understanding of safeguarding for adults.</li><li>A reflective, organised and resilient approach to your work.</li></ul>Desirable but not essential:<ul><li>Experience in supported housing.</li><li>Knowledge of welfare benefits.</li><li>Ability to communicate in Welsh.</li><li>Good knowledge of the Ebbw Vale and Blaina areas. </li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your development.</li><li>Opportunities to progress and build a career in supported housing and social care.</li><li>A supportive, experienced team environment where your voice matters.</li><li>A role where you can make a real and lasting impact in people's lives.</li></ul>Apply NowIf you are passionate about supporting people to rebuild their lives and achieve independence, we would like to hear from you.

Mental Health Support Worker

REF: SR6 Rehabilitation Support Worker Porthcawl Contract: Permanent Location: Porthcawl Hours per week: 24.5 or 36.75 (Full and Part time hours to be discussed at interview) Working pattern: 12-hour shifts (Expectation to cover Days, Nights and Weekends) Pay per hour: <ul> <li>Day (7.00am 11.00pm) = £14.50</li> <li>Waking nights (11.00pm 7.00am) = £15.50</li> <li>Sleep shift (11.00pm 7.00am) = £13.21</li> <li>Bank holiday = £29</li> <li>Additional Pay = £1.00 per hour applied to all weekend shifts</li> </ul> Closing date: 24th September 2025 (Please note we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants) I m a 38-year-old lady who sustained a brain injury following an accident whilst serving in the RAF. I have recently relocated to Porthcawl and need support from my Team Leader, Rehabilitation Workers and parents to live independently in my own property. I use a wheelchair and together with my physiotherapist, I m working on my strength to assist my mobility further. I m a very determined lady and am looking for likeminded people to aid my rehabilitation further. I enjoy the company of others, have a good sense of humour, enjoy going out into the community, visiting the cinema and going shopping. Most importantly, you will support me with cooking, managing my house and exploring sports/rehab/activities in the area. I have some physical difficulties and currently receive input from an occupational therapist, neuropsychologist and a physiotherapist. I can communicate verbally providing you give me the time I need to express myself. I would like my rehab workers to be warm, patient and reliable, to encourage and support me to access all opportunities along with completing therapy tasks as prescribed by my therapist team, thus, helping me to maximise my quality of life. You will play a key part in helping to develop my day-to-day activities. There may be occasions where you need to work at short notice to cover sickness absence or annual leave of other workers. You may also need to support me to have short breaks and holidays. This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check. Full induction and training will be provided. ESSENTIAL INFORMATION To join me as a Support Worker you will need to: <ul> <li>Be able to drive and have use of a car.</li> <li>Drive the family vehicle.</li> <li>Have experience of supporting a person with a brain injury.</li> <li>Enjoy working as part of a team.</li> </ul> Also, Top Reasons to Apply: <ul> <li>Above the industry average for pay</li> <li>Mileage rate 45p per mile</li> <li>Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)</li> <li>Great opportunity for professional development</li> <li>Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team</li> <li>Bespoke client induction and training</li> <li>Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager</li> </ul>

Rehabilitation Support Worker - Porthcawl

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team in Mold CH7 . This role is based at a rehabilitation service for both males and females, specialising in high support inpatient rehab . As an agency worker, you will have the flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule while providing vital care and support to individuals in need. Please do not apply if you do not have a current MAPA/Safety Intervention or PMVA Certificate. Applicants without will not be considered. Please note: due to the needs of the service, only female applicants will be considered at this time. Your Role: As a Support Worker, you will: <ul> <li>Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.</li> <li>Provide emotional support and companionship.</li> <li>Promote independence and enhance quality of life.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records of care provided.</li> <li>Follow care plans and ensure the highest standards of support.</li> </ul> What We Are Looking For: <ul> <li>Experience in mental health is essential.</li> <li>A caring, empathetic, and patient approach.</li> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and nights.</li> <li>A valid PMVA/MAPA BILD-accredited breakaway training certificate is essential.</li> <li>A valid DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).</li> </ul> Why Join Us? <ul> <li>Competitive pay rates.</li> <li>Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.</li> <li>Opportunity to make a real difference in the community.</li> <li>Comprehensive training and ongoing support.</li> <li>Friendly and supportive team environment.</li> </ul> How to Apply: If you're ready to start making a difference, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply via Indeed or contact Leanne (phone number removed) to apply today.

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