About The Organisation
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
The Role
The Neurodevelopmental Service is expanding and we are looking for clinicians who have a passion for neurodevelopment. Training and support will be given to develop assessment and diagnostic skills. There are posts available in our School Team, North & South Locality Teams.
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As part of a multidisciplinary/agency team, the post holder will manage a defined caseload, using evidence based practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
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To deliver comprehensive specialist Speech and Language Therapy services to clients with a variety of communication difficulties and/or eating/drinking/swallowing difficulties.
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This service will be delivered in a variety of settings.
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The post holder is expected to have relevant clinical skills, knowledge and experience across a broad spectrum of diagnosis and aetiologies.
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Duties and location may vary depending on the client group/aspect and demands of the service/level of experience.
In this key role, you will:
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All clinical decision making will be based on the Care Aims philosophy utilising the Care Aims model which will ensure that risk, impact and clinical need are articulated and outcomes evaluated through continuous reflection.
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To provide clinical support to less experienced Speech and Language Therapists within specialist remit.
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To comply with NHS Lanarkshire policies and procedures including fire, health & safety, security and confidentiality. When working on non NHS premises to comply with their policies and procedures.
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Is actively involved in departmental mentoring and supervision to promote personal and service development and to fulfil the requirements for continuing professional development
What You'll Bring:
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Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or equivalent
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Registered Speech and Language Therapist with valid HCPC Registration
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Post Graduate expertise within speciality/area of practice that demonstrates the required breadth of knowledge required to lead safely, effectively and efficiently.
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Comprehensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within the speciality/area of practice.
A driving licence is required; this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
What we Offer
As a valued employee of NHS Lanarkshire, you can enjoy an extensive range of benefits including:
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Annual Leave - 35 days including public holidays
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Generous NHS pension scheme
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Annual incremental salary progression
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Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
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NHS discounts and more.
NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent - regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.
- Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.
For informal discussion, please contact Suzanne Sheilds, Clinical Manager, Neurodevelopmental Service, Child and Family on [email protected]
If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require support with your application, contact Gemma Irwin, Recruitment Administrator on [email protected]
