Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly Therapies team at Velindre Cancer Centre on a part-time basis (22.5 hours per week).
The Speech and Language Therapy Assistant will support the registered Speech and Language Therapists to deliver a high quality service to their patient population. The role will involve working directly with cancer patients, completing reviews, monitoring and advising patients as delegated by the Speech and Language Therapists. The successful candidate will participate in project work; the development and delivery of patient education; along with direct patient care for the benefit of the patients or the Speech and Language Therapy department. The post holder will also be required to undertake clerical and administrative duties to support the Speech and Language Therapists as part of their role.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a self-motivated, empathetic and organised individual who is able to work both independently and under supervision, applying a flexible approach to their work. The role will involve working with several clinical teams across the organisation and therefore strong and proven team working skills are required. Experience of working as a support worker within a Therapies service and experience of working with or alongside Speech and Language Therapist are also required.
Welsh speaking skills are desirable for this post, Welsh & English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Details
Date posted
10 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
26,928 to 29,551 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
120-ACS154-0625
Job locations
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road, Whitchurch
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• English / Maths GCSE or equivalent
• NVQ3 or equivalent or working towards
• Attendance at relevant courses

Desirable

• Computing qualification

Experience
Essential

• Administrative skills
• Experience of team working

Desirable

• Previous experience within the NHS or with cancer patients.
• Experience of working with Speech and language Therapists

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Able to work independently whilst under appropriate supervision
• Basic understanding of dysarthria and dysphasia & understanding of SLT treatment packages

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values
Essential

• Ability to work in distressing situations
• Self motivated
• Flexible approach to work

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• English / Maths GCSE or equivalent
• NVQ3 or equivalent or working towards
• Attendance at relevant courses

Desirable

• Computing qualification

Experience
Essential

• Administrative skills
• Experience of team working

Desirable

• Previous experience within the NHS or with cancer patients.
• Experience of working with Speech and language Therapists

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Able to work independently whilst under appropriate supervision
• Basic understanding of dysarthria and dysphasia & understanding of SLT treatment packages

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values
Essential

• Ability to work in distressing situations
• Self motivated
• Flexible approach to work