NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join the Community Stroke Team, based at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH), Paisley. The post involves delivering home-based and outpatient therapy, alongside providing inpatient care within the stroke units at RAH.
We welcome applications from therapists who are enthusiastic about developing a specialist interest in working with adults following stroke, supporting individuals throughout their recovery pathway through high-quality, patient-centred care.
RAH is a busy acute hospital with an award winning stroke unit multi-disciplinary service. RAH is committed to supporting staff which is reflected in Investors in People status.
This post will allow the successful applicant the opportunity to work autonomously within CST to manage their clinical caseload in the delivery of a comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy service, and to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
We are excited to offer this post for an enthusiastic and motivated therapist who is keen to participate in the development and delivery of new innovative approaches to therapy to join our dynamic, friendly and supportive SLT and MDT teams. There are many development opportunities available.
The post holder will receive excellent support across both teams and will receive professional support via the SLT acute service. The applicant must be Dysphagia Trained and have experience of working as a Band 5 therapist with adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties, with well-developed interpersonal skills. Supervisor/ clinical educator experience would be beneficial.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
This is a permanent, part-time post of 21.6 hours per week.
Salary is Pro Rata for part-time posts.
This role is based at Royal Alexandra Hospital.
The shift pattern is 5 out of 7 days.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- It is essential that you have a degree in Speech and Language Therapy with current HCPC registration and hold a valid UK driving licence.
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The successful candidate will be required to participate in our weekend working and public holiday rota.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Geraldine Ralph, Clinical Specialist SLT, 0141 314 6117 [email protected]
Sheetal Basi, Specialist SLT, 0141 314 6117 [email protected]
Gillian Beaton, Sector Lead SLT. 0141 347 8660, [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
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