Slt Clinical Support Worker (Speech And Language Therapy Assistant)

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 27+ days

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit

Study bursaries / e-learning

Enhanced public holiday pay

Staff discounts

Employee support and counselling

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is seeking a motivated SLT Clinical Support Worker for the Speech and Language Therapy team at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The role involves delivering therapy under supervision, supporting patients with speech and swallowing difficulties and assisting in rehabilitation journeys.

Part-time, permanent, 15 hours per week with pro rata pay. The post offers a collaborative multidisciplinary environment and opportunities for professional development within NHSGGC.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in a health, therapy or care-related discipline or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting individuals with communication difficulties
• Experience working within a healthcare or care environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet individual needs
• Good IT skills including word processing, internet use and data entry
• Evidence of continuous professional development and participation in mandatory training programmes
• Ability to work flexibly, prioritise workload effectively and contribute positively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group therapy programmes under the guidance of a Speech and Language Therapist
• Support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties, providing encouragement throughout their care journey
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to Speech and Language Therapists to support ongoing treatment planning
• Prepare therapy resources and communication materials to support clinical interventions
• Maintain accurate patient records, documentation and activity data in line with professional standards
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, carers and healthcare professionals to deliver effective care
• Support service improvement activities including audits, data collection and continuous professional development

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

IT skills

CPD / mandatory training

Flexible / multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

SVQ Level 3 in health/therapy/care

Job description

Job reference: 262646
Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
Job closing date: 08/11/2026
Job Type: Allied Health Professions
Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 15
Job posted date: 22/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Department: Speech & Language Therapy

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

NHS Greater Glasgow is one of the largest healthcare organisations in the UK, providing rewarding career opportunities where every role makes a real difference to patient care. We are looking for a motivated and caring SLT Clinical Support Worker to join our Speech and Language Therapy team. This is an exciting opportunity to support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties across a range of clinical settings while working closely with experienced Speech and Language Therapists. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supporting patients on their rehabilitation journey. As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will be encouraged to develop your skills and contribute to improving outcomes for patients and their families.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Part-time, Permanent
• You will be based at The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Working Pattern: TBC

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver individual and group therapy programmes under the guidance of a Speech and Language Therapist
• Support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties, providing encouragement throughout their care journey
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to Speech and Language Therapists to support ongoing treatment planning
• Prepare therapy resources and communication materials to support clinical interventions
• Maintain accurate patient records, documentation and activity data in line with professional standards
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, carers and healthcare professionals to deliver effective care
• Support service improvement activities including audits, data collection and continuous professional development

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• SVQ Level 3 in a health, therapy or care-related discipline or equivalent qualification
• Experience supporting individuals with communication difficulties
• Experience working within a healthcare or care environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to meet individual needs
• Good IT skills including word processing, internet use and data entry
• Evidence of continuous professional development and participation in mandatory training programmes
• Ability to work flexibly, prioritise workload effectively and contribute positively as part of a multidisciplinary team

What we offer:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

For an informal discussion, please contact: Lindsey Pearson/Joanna Wallace, SLT, on 0141 347 8660 or [e-mail] / [e-mail]

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

Work-life balance

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.