Speech and Language Therapist
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- Band
- Band 7
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 36
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 30/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a fixed-term or secondment opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to work in the hyper acute stroke unit (HASU) at Ninewells Hospital. The role involves managing complex dysphagia and communication difficulties, including instrumental assessments. You will also deliver education, lead on audit and service development, and participate in clinical supervision. Part-time hours would be considered for this role.
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Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 7 at £46,148 – £52,809 a year, across England.
This advert: £52,845 – £61,466 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
259944
Salary:
Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
Job closing date:
30/09/2026
Job Type:
Allied Health Professions
Location:
Ninewells Hospital
Employment type:
Fixed-term or Secondment
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
16/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Tayside
Department:
Speech & Language Therapy Service
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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.
Fixed Term/Secondment until June 2027
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SLT to gain skills in managing highly complex dysphagia and communication difficulties in the hyper acute stroke unit (HASU), in Ninewells Hospital. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team contributing to high-quality care and service innovation.
- Key Responsibilities
- Lead on the assessment and management of complex dysphagia and communication needs in the HASU, including instrumental assessments.
- Deliver education to SLT students and support learning for AHP, nursing,
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