EG234355- Speech and Language Therapist (Community Adult) Temp
Posted 4 days ago by NHS Grampian
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Speech and Language Therapist Band 5/6 within NHS Scotland's Community Adult Service in Aberdeen offers a fixed-term opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified therapists. The position involves working with a diverse adult client group, providing therapy across various settings, and may include opportunities for specialization. Candidates should be dynamic and motivated, with essential HCPC registration and a full UK driving license. The role emphasizes collaboration within a supportive team environment to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide speech and language therapy to adult clients across various settings including clinics, domiciliary visits, and care homes.
- Manage dysphagia and other speech and language disorders.
- Participate in a development programme with opportunities for specialization.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective client outcomes.
- Maintain HCPC registration and adhere to professional standards.
Key Skills:
- HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- Full UK driving license.
- Experience in dysphagia management (preferable but not essential).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Aberdeen
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
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.
Speech and Language Therapist Band 5 / 6
Hours: 37 per week (Fixed Term 12 months)
Location: Community Adult Service, Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership
We are delighted to offer an exciting fixed-term opportunity to join our Community Adult Speech & Language Therapy (SLT) team within Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership. This Post Is Ideal For A current Band 6 SLT looking to broaden or consolidate experience with an adult client group. A current or newly qualified Band 5 SLT seeking to develop skills and gain valuable experience (role would be adapted according to experience)
About The Role
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist. Dysphagia management experience is preferable but not essential. As part of our development programme, there may also be opportunities to gain experience in other specialist areas of our service.
Essential
HCPC registration
Full UK driving licence
Why Join Us?
Our Community Adult Service is diverse and rewarding, supporting clients aged 16 to 100+ with a wide range of conditions. You’ll work across varied settings including clinics, domiciliary visits, and care homes, ensuring every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities. You’ll be part of a well-established, friendly, and experienced team, supported by dedicated admin staff and an established supervision structure. We pride ourselves on collaboration and proactive working to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
Base: City Hospital site, with additional space at the Health Village and Foresterhill Health Centre.
Our Wider SLT Service
As part of Aberdeen Health & Social Care Partnership, our SLT team also provides services to:
- Stroke Rehabilitation Unit
- Neuro Rehabilitation Unit
- Frailty Pathway
- Grampian-wide Videofluoroscopy Service
We also offer specialist pathways for Parkinson’s, dysfluency, and have Dementia Champions within the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from colleagues with a wide range of skills and expertise.
Interested? We welcome informal enquiries. To talk about this opportunity in more detail please contact:
Alison Wilson , Speech and Language Therapist, Team Leader (adults) 01224 556474
Or Karen Yuill , Speech and Language Therapist Community Advisor 01224 655 628
We look forward to speaking to you soon.
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