EG259452 - Speech and Language Therapist

Job reference:

259452

Salary:

Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)

Job closing date:

24/09/2026

Job Type:

Allied Health Professions

Location:

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Employment type:

Permanent

Hours Per Week:

36

Job posted date:

10/09/2026

Employer (NHS Board):

NHS Grampian

Department:

• Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapy - ARI
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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.

• Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist
• Acute Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service
• Aberdeen Royal Infirmary | NHS Grampian
• Full-Time Post (Part-Time Applications Welcome)
• Develop Your Acute SLT Career in a Supportive and Specialist Team

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Speech and Language Therapist looking to develop your skills within a dynamic acute hospital service?

We are seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly, experienced and supportive Acute Adult Speech and Language Therapy Team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This rotational post offers an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills across acute adult care, with a primary focus on acute medicine and acute stroke services.

Working within one of Scotland's largest teaching hospitals, you will support adults presenting with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing difficulties, delivering high-quality, person-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Whether you are looking to further develop your specialist clinical expertise or broaden your experience within acute services, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth.

The Role

You will:

• Assess and manage adults with acquired speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient-centred care and positive outcomes.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in service-wide learning, development and clinical governance activities.What We're Looking For

We are looking for a clinician who:

• Is HCPC registered and a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists.
• Has completed post-registration dysphagia training and has relevant clinical experience.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Is motivated to deliver high-quality care within a busy acute setting.
• Has a flexible and proactive approach to service delivery.
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and service improvement.What We Offer
• A welcoming and experienced Acute Adult SLT team.
• Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
• Opportunities to work alongside specialist clinicians across a wide range of acute services.
• CPD and development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse and rewarding clinical caseloads.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to patients at a critical point in their healthcare journey.

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding care, developing your specialist skills and becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

Join NHS Grampian and help shape the future of acute adult Speech and Language Therapy care in Aberdeen.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available in certain circumstances to successful candidates. HCPC registration is mandatory.

Want to know more about Aberdeen? Take a look: https://youtu.be/moaWooD-ayk Informal enquiries, meetings and visits are encouraged.

Informal enquiries to Clare Emerson (Lead SLT), or Clare Tarr (Lead SLT in Acute and Critical Care) on 01224 553566, or email clare.emerson@nhs.scot

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