Advanced Speech

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 is 5 over 7 (37.5 hours).

Previous applicants need not apply.

Exciting opportunity for an experienced advanced speech and language therapist to work within an established adult learning disability team. The post holder is required to HCPC registered, trained in dysphagia and have knowledge and experience of AAC as well as relevant legislation. Experience of dealing with people with multimorbidities, challenging behaviour and working with 3rd sector agencies is essential.

You will support people with learning disabilities optimise their quality of life and support decision making in collaboration with appropriate carers and the wider MDT. Compassionate, you will be a team player and will provide direct support to 1.5 wte additional SLTs within the team as well as the wider MDT which comprises of nurses, healthcare support workers and other AHPs.