Specialist Speech & Language Therapist - Band 6 - GH

NHS National Services Scotland; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist for a part-time role. This position offers the opportunity to provide specialized assessments and treatment to a diverse patient population while supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate will develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills of professionals and caregivers. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and empowers its workforce to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're passionate about improving patient outcomes and fostering professional growth, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing specialist assessment and treatment for diverse patient needs.
• Ability to supervise and train junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage a complex range of patients.
• Supervise junior therapists and support staff.
• Develop training programs for professionals and caregivers.

Skills

Speech and Language Therapy

Patient Assessment

Training Development

Supervision

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and empowered to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

We support disabled candidates, candidates with long-term conditions, or those who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policies and practices.

Please note: We anticipate high interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you complete and submit your application early.

This role requires the post holder to have PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the relevant regulatory group (child and/or adult), an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and approved before starting in the role.

Note: As this is a part-time position, the salary will be pro-rata.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide independent, comprehensive specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment/appropriate management, onward referral, and discharge to a complex range of patients referred to the service.
2. Supervise junior Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs), clinical support workers, assistant practitioners, and SLT students.
3. Develop and deliver training programs for professionals and carers to educate them about the therapy process and interventions related to patients' medical and social needs.

The term “Junior” refers only to the level of experience and responsibility, not age. Applications from all ages are welcomed if criteria are met.

For detailed information about the role, skills, and experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. For questions, contact Luci McAnespie at 0131 446 4151.