LR246724 Speech and Language Therapist

Job Description

Speech and Language Therapy Service – Acute Sector – Aberdeen Royal Infirmary – NHS Grampian

0.6 WTE Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist – Fixed term 11 months.

Responsibilities

• Work with adults presenting with acquired speech, language, communication, eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties across acute specialties such as neurosciences, ENT, head and neck cancer, acute and critical care.
• Provide high quality patient centred care within the Band 5/6 rotation, working flexibly across teams within the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Speech and Language Therapy service.
• Collaborate with a small, friendly team and a Clinical Lead SLT, and engage in service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain close working relationships with community SLT colleagues to support effective patient transition out of hospital.
• Participate in peer support, mentoring, supervision and ongoing CPD as part of a supportive learning environment.

Requirements

• Experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist with a strong foundation of clinical knowledge in adult acute care.

Benefits

• Supportive learning environment with established pathways for peer support, mentoring, supervision and CPD.
• Opportunity for collaborative working, service development and involvement in quality improvement initiatives.

Work Schedule

As from 1 Apr 2026, the Agenda for Change full time working week will be 36 hours. Part time hours will be reduced pro rata, with a corresponding increase in hourly rate to maintain pay.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.