NHSL 215564 Advanced Practice SLT in Neurodevelopment (LMD)

NHS National Services Scotland; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Advanced Practitioner in Neurodevelopment to join the Speech & Language Therapy team within NHS Lothian. The role involves supporting the delivery of the Neurodevelopmental Pathway, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must be qualified Speech & Language Therapists with relevant experience. The position is fixed-term for 24 months, promoting professional development and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary team assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop the delivery of the Neurodevelopmental Pathway.
• Work flexibly across bases covering West Lothian and Midlothian.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Assessment

Evidence-Based Interventions

Education

Qualified Speech & Language Therapist

Job description

Job Opportunity: Band 7 Advanced Practitioner in Neurodevelopment

This fixed-term position is for 24 months and is based in West and Midlothian.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce, aiming to be truly representative and a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Advanced Practitioner in Neurodevelopment to join the Speech & Language Therapy (SLT) team within the Community Paediatric Service at NHS Lothian. The postholder will support and develop the delivery of the Neurodevelopmental Pathway across NHS Lothian.

SLTs are co-located with Community Paediatric colleagues and work flexibly across bases covering West Lothian and Midlothian. The team is line-managed by SLT professionals in partnership with Community Paediatrics and is part of the Single System SLT service, which facilitates professional networking, appraisal, and CPD.

Candidate Requirements

1. Qualified Speech & Language Therapist registered with HCPC.
2. Experience working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental and communication conditions in health and education settings.
3. Ability to contribute to case management, assessment, and evidence-based interventions within a multidisciplinary team.
4. Familiarity with monitoring and reporting outcomes.
5. Knowledge of national developments in the Neurodevelopmental Pathway and enthusiasm to promote the role of SLT in this area.

About the Service

The Speech and Language Therapy Service is innovative and supportive, committed to quality improvement principles focused on children and families. All staff are encouraged to develop their skills through CPD activities and personal development plans.

Additional Information

• This is a fixed-term post for two years, up to 1.0 WTE.
• Applicants must be registered with HCPC.
• The role supports NHS Lothian’s AHP strategy to build research capacity and capability. More information can be found here.
• We support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence by making reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
• Note: This vacancy may close early due to high interest. Early application is encouraged.
• The role requires PVG Scheme membership/record. Non-members must apply to Disclosure Scotland and obtain approval before starting.

Contact

For more details, please see the job description and person specification. For questions, contact Karen Allan, Head of Children and Young People’s Speech and Language Therapy, at [e-mail].