Advanced Speech & Language Therapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this position is Monday to Sunday.

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

You may be asked to work in other areas of the service as required. The post is 5 days over 6 with a rota for weekend working.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Speech and Language Therapy Adult team in GG+C to provide a Speech and Language Therapy service to the Spinal Injuries Unit based at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The post is part time (0.8 WTE), at Band 7. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate well established, high level skills in independently managing SLT conditions related to spinal injuries. Independence in delivering a FEES is desirable.

The Adult Acute Services Division is committed to offering all staff the opportunity to develop clinical skills with a varied caseload, and also offer appraisal, supervision and opportunities for Continuing Professional Development. It is essential you have a Degree in Speech and Language Therapy with current HCPC registration.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please contact:

Cairsty O’Rourke, Clinical Specialist SLT, 0141 451 6368, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies.

Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.