Speech and Language Therapist Band 5​/Band 6

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and creative Band 5 or Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly and dynamic Speech and Language Therapy Adult Team, based at Ayrshire Central Hospital in Irvine. The successful candidate will be well supported by an established SLT team to work flexibly across our inpatient and outpatient service. In this diverse role you will develop your existing skills, gaining experience in both stroke and neurological rehabilitation as well as a wide range of clinical specialities.

• Candidates who meet the Person Specification requirements at Band 5 will progress to Band 6 following completion of set competencies, with an anticipated timeframe of 2 years.
• Candidates who already meet the Person Specification requirements at Band 6 will also be considered.

From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.

• 37 hours per week over 5 days.

A UK car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the ward staff and the wider MDT to promote Inclusive Communication environments, alongside supporting best practice in communication and dysphagia. Knowledge and/or experience of working with the stroke population within an inpatient and/or community based setting is advantageous. You will be allocated a Flying Start mentor and supported to complete your RCSLT NQP competencies.

Your post will be funded to complete dysphagia training. Regular support, supervision and opportunities to enhance your skills will be provided in line with Turas. This post will be converted to a Band 6 role on successful completion of agreed competencies. Candidates who already meet the Person Specification requirements at band 6 will also be considered. Are you a highly motivated, well organised team player who can evidence your passion for working with Adults with acquired disorders, alongside your commitment to upholding the NHS Scotland core values?

If so, “come away in” and apply for this post. Ayrshire Central Hospital is within easy commuting distance to Glasgow (approx. 35min drive from South Glasgow) and there is free staff parking on site. Informal enquiries are welcome.

Please click the link below to view the job description.

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Rachel Gaddi on

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