Band 6 speech and language therapist

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 Location: Bristol Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm Start Date: ASAP Rate: £20 - £32 Duration: 3 months with potential of being extended We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to join our esteemed client in Bristol. Your advanced expertise will be pivotal in ensuring the precision and reliability of patient care and treatment. This position is part-time until November, with 2 days per week, Mon-Fri, up to 0.4 WTE. It could be combined with our other locum request (PSSUS) to make full-time hours for a shorter time period. Note that the end date for this position is November, while our other vacancy is only for 2 months. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will be responsible for conducting assessments and managing adult inpatients with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties related to respiratory, cardiac, and critical care conditions. You will work as part of the adult respiratory and critical care team, maintaining meticulous records and documentation, and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver superior patient care. Competencies in tracheostomy care are desirable but not essential. Qualifications and Experience: HCPC registration Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or a related field Extensive experience in adult respiratory and critical care Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities Unwavering attention to detail and accuracy Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect p

Band 6 Locum Remote Speech and Language Therapist – UK Position: Band 6 Locum Remote Speech and Language Therapist – UK Banding: 6 Start Date: ASAP Hours: Full/Part Time Duration: Ongoing Rate: £28.00 – £34.00 P/H Job Description: We are looking for a HCPC registered Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at Oxford Health NHS Trust. This remote position focuses on adult patients, and experience with adult caseloads and dysphagia (compromised swallow) is essential; candidates with only paediatric experience will not be considered. The successful applicant will play a key role in managing their own clinical caseload, leading clinical projects and developments in collaboration with Band 7 SLTs, and coordinating the Speech and Language Therapy service across community hospitals, nursing and residential care homes, patients' homes, and community clinics. The role involves significant responsibility in providing high-quality care and contributing to the advancement of the service. What your responsibilities will be for this Speech and Language Therapy role? As a Band 6 Locum Remote Speech and Language Therapist will manage their own caseload of adult patients, including those with dysphagia, and will collaborate with Band 7 Speech and Language Therapists on clinical projects and service developments. Responsibilities also include coordinating the delivery of the Speech and Language Therapy service across various settings such as community hospitals, care homes, patients' homes, and community clinics. The role requires high-level clinical skills, effective remote working capabilities, and active contribution to team efforts to enhance service provision and patient outcomes. Requirements: HCPC registration is mandatory. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Proven experience with adult caseloads and dysphagia. Ability to work effectively in a remote setting. Strong organisational and communication skills. Why Work with

Role: Speech & Language Therapist Banding: Band 6-7 Location: Brighton Job Type: Temp (8 weeks) Salary: £25.00 - £37.00 per hour We are urgently seeking a Speech & Language Therapist for an 8-week temporary role in Brighton. This position requires experience with Dysphagia and adult acute care. Band 6 candidates should be dysphagia competent, while Band 7 candidates should be competent in both dysphagia and tracheostomy care. Head and neck experience is also desirable. Key Responsibilities: Manage your own clinical caseload. Provide strategic clinical and operational leadership to our dynamic therapy team. Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to deliver exceptional, cost-effective services. Be a key player in pupil referrals and therapy service optimization. Oversee the financial and resource management within the therapies department. Champion continuous professional development, ensuring a high standard of service delivery. Requirements: Recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification. HCPC registration. Experience working with children or adults with communication needs. Knowledge of clinical governance principles and audit processes. Valid driver's license. Why Work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjust

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Head and Neck Cancer Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Plymouth Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £24.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Contract Duration: 6 Months Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Band 6/7 Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated Head and Neck Cancer team in Plymouth on a locum basis. This exciting opportunity is available for an immediate start and offers flexible full-time or part-time hours over a 6-month contract. You will play a key role in providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation for patients with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with head and neck cancer. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across the cancer pathway, supporting patients to achieve the best possible outcomes. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with communication and swallowing disorders related to head and neck cancer. Deliver evidence-based interventions for patients undergoing surgical, medical, and radiotherapy treatments. Provide pre-operative counselling and post-operative rehabilitation, including voice restoration where appropriate. Work collaboratively with ENT consultants, oncologists, dietitians, specialist nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC and local service standards. Contribute to service development and support the delivery of high-quality patient care. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). HCPC registration. Previous experience working as a Band 6 or Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist. Experience managing adults with head and neck cancer and dysphagia. Excellent communication, organisational, and multidisciplinary working

Band 6/7 Locum Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Reading Position: Band 6/7 Locum Specialist Speech and Language Therapist – Reading Banding: 6/7 Start Date: ASAP Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (flexible) Duration: Ongoing Rate: £28.00 – £34.00 P/H Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 or 7 Locum Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join the Talking Therapies team at Erlegh House in Wokingham and Reading. This role involves providing specialist speech and language therapy services to children within mainstream and special schools, focusing on assessment and intervention to support their communication needs. What your responsibilities will be for this Speech and Language Therapy role? As a Band 6/7 Locum Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for assessing speech, language, and communication needs of children in both mainstream and special schools, and devising effective therapy plans to address these needs. Your key tasks will include conducting detailed assessments, writing SMART goals, and providing clear recommendations based on each child's individual requirements. You will be expected to prepare concise reports for the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) process, adhering to tight deadlines, and develop therapy plans with clear outcomes and relevant activities. Effective communication with families, carers, and educational staff is crucial to ensure that therapeutic recommendations are implemented and that progress is monitored. You will work flexibly, with a working pattern of 30 hours per week and adjustable hours to accommodate your needs. Key Requirements: HCPC registration Enhanced DBS check Full UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes Experience working with paediatric clients, ideally in mainstream and special school settings Proficiency in writing SMART goals, clear and concise reports, and therapy plans Ability to meet tight de

Band 6/7 Locum Remote Adult Triage Speech and Language Therapist – UK Position: Band 6/7 Locum Remote Adult Triage Speech and Language Therapist – UK Banding: 6/7 Start Date: ASAP Hours: Full-time/Part-time Duration: Ongoing Rate: £28.00 – £34.00 P/H Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Locum Remote Adult Triage Speech and Language Therapist to join our team. This remote role will be primarily focused on managing an adult acquired caseload, with a particular emphasis on dysphagia. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting triage clinics and efficiently managing new referrals. What your responsibilities will be for this Speech and Language Therapy role? In this role, you will be responsible for performing triage clinics remotely, which involves contacting all new referrals to assess their needs. You will prioritise cases based on urgency, decide on the appropriateness of referrals, and provide signposting to appropriate services where necessary. Your role will include managing a caseload predominantly consisting of adult clients with dysphagia and other acquired communication disorders. Effective communication skills are essential for liaising with clients and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely and accurate triage decisions. You will need to demonstrate sound clinical judgement in evaluating referrals and providing appropriate recommendations or interventions. Key Requirements: Relevant qualification in Speech and Language Therapy Experience working with adult acquired cases, particularly in dysphagia Strong triage and assessment skills Proficient in remote working and communication Ability to work independently and manage time effectively Why Work with Pulse: We offer a vast array of job options, including exclusive roles, backed by our expertise in healthcare recruitment. Pulse provides personalized support through specialist recruiters who assist with job searches and efficient o