Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 02 October 2025

Job summary

This post is Fixed term/Secondment from 01/12/2025 - 30/11/2026 to meet the needs of the service.

We are offering an exciting 12-month secondment opportunity for a passionate and motivated Band 6 Children's Occupational Therapist who is eager to gain valuable experience or explore a new direction in paediatrics. Based within our small, supportive team at Ysbyty Eryri, Caernarfon, you will work with children and families across Gwynedd and Mn.

This secondment is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about developing their clinical skills, contributing to service improvement, and thriving in a collaborative team environment. We are looking for a therapist who demonstrates excellent communication skills and a commitment to helping children reach their full potential in play, self-care, and education.

Welsh language skills are desirable for this post; however, applications are welcomed from both Welsh and English speakers.

Main duties of the job

  • Support children and young people aged 0-19 with physical and developmental needs to achieve their goals and maximise independence in everyday activities.
  • Work collaboratively with families, schools, and other professionals to identify meaningful goals and deliver tailored interventions.
  • Provide specialist Occupational Therapy input across a range of settings including clinics, schools, and homes throughout Gwynedd and Mn.
  • Maintain high standards of care and safeguarding through effective communication and liaison with all involved agencies.
  • Manage an allocated caseload independently, demonstrating sound clinical reasoning and prioritisation skills.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development through supervision, joint working, training, and self-directed learning.
  • Contribute to service development activities such as audits, training delivery, and supporting students and colleagues.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh 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.

Details

Date posted

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-AHP212-0925

Job locations

Ysbyty Eryri

Caernarfon

LL55 2YE


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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
  • HCPC Registration

Desirable

  • Short courses at post graduate diploma level.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post graduate experience

Desirable

  • Broad band 5 rotational experience.

Aptitude and ability

Essential

  • Evidence of working independently/ level of supervision relevant to experience.

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

  • Commitment to lifelong learning to develop own professional skills.

Other

Essential

  • Able to meet the travel between sites in a timely manner
  • Able to work hours flexibly over 7 days service if required.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
  • HCPC Registration

Desirable

  • Short courses at post graduate diploma level.

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post graduate experience

Desirable

  • Broad band 5 rotational experience.

Aptitude and ability

Essential

  • Evidence of working independently/ level of supervision relevant to experience.

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

  • Commitment to lifelong learning to develop own professional skills.

Other

Essential

  • Able to meet the travel between sites in a timely manner
  • Able to work hours flexibly over 7 days service if required.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Eryri

Caernarfon

LL55 2YE


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Eryri

Caernarfon

LL55 2YE


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Lead Occupational Therapist

Gwenno Rowlands

Gwenno.Rowlands@wales.nhs.uk

03000851759

Details

Date posted

19 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-AHP212-0925

Job locations

Ysbyty Eryri

Caernarfon

LL55 2YE


Supporting documents

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