Speech and Language Therapist

NHS Borders; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health services provider in the Scottish Borders is looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join their team. The role involves supporting adults with Learning Disabilities in addressing their speech and communication needs. Candidates should have strong communication skills and relevant experience in this area, working collaboratively with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care and interventions.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience with adults who have speech, language, and communication needs.
• Experience working with health, social care, or education agencies is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered interventions flexibly and independently.
• Work with families, carers, support staff, and professionals.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with adults with Learning Disabilities

Job description

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Speech and Language Therapist, Scottish Borders

Client:

NHS Borders

Location:

Scottish Borders, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

49544e878974

Job Views:

6

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

OUR VALUES IN ACTION

Care & Compassion | Dignity & Respect | Openness, Honesty & Responsibility | Quality & Teamwork

We have an exciting opportunity to join our adult Learning Disability Speech and Language Therapy team within NHS Borders.

This role involves working with adults with Learning Disabilities who have a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs. We seek a person-centred and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will join a supportive team of Speech and Language Therapists and assistants, committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered interventions. The post requires delivering interventions flexibly and independently, working with families, carers, support staff, other professionals, or directly with patients. Relevant experience with this client group is essential; experience working with other agencies in health, social care, or education is advantageous. The Borders covers a large geographical area, and travel will be necessary.

See also our other Band 5 vacancies in Children & Young People’s Speech and Language Therapy.

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