Equality and Diversity Commitment
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.
We fully support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergence by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policies and practices.
Application Notice
Please note: We anticipate high interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application early to ensure consideration.
Role Overview
Speech and Language Therapy in NHS Lothian operates as a Single System within the Acute division. The Adult service has three service leads covering acute, community/rehabilitation, and adult learning disability.
We have a 1.0 WTE (37 hours) vacancy due to a retiring service lead.
Candidate Requirements
We seek someone with strong strategic leadership skills and experience, and we are open to candidates with various adult clinical specialisms.
This role requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a PVG member for the relevant group (child and/or adult), an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and approved before starting.
Additional Information
For detailed role responsibilities and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked at the bottom of the screen. For questions, contact lucie.mcanespie@nhs.scot or sheena.borthwick@nhs.scot.
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