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Job Title: Speech and Language Therapists (2 Opportunities Available) Banding: Band 5/6 and Band 7 Location: Essex Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Working Hours: Band 7: Full-time, working across Essex sites Band 5/6: Part-time, 3 days per week, based at the Great Baddow site Job Overview Pulse is currently supporting a specialist school that is seeking two Speech and Language Therapists to join their growing multidisciplinary team. These exciting opportunities are available for both an experienced Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist and a Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist , allowing therapists at different stages of their career to make a meaningful difference to children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs. Working within a specialist educational environment, you will play a key role in supporting students to develop their communication skills, access learning opportunities, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially. Position 1: Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist The successful candidate will work across multiple sites, providing specialist clinical input while supporting the development of Speech and Language Therapy provision across the service. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload of children and young people with communication needs. Deliver specialist assessments and evidence-based interventions. Provide clinical leadership and professional guidance to colleagues. Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively with families, education staff, and multidisciplinary teams. Support the development of communication-friendly learning environments. Position 2: Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist Based primarily at the Great Baddow site, this role is ideal for an enthusiastic Speech and Language Therapist looking to develop their skills within a supportive specialist setting. Key Responsibilities Assess and support children and young people with speec

Job Title: Adult Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: East Coast Community Healthcare CIC Start Date: ASAP Duration: 26-Week Contract Hourly Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Working Hours: Full-time Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking two experienced Adult Speech and Language Therapists to join a community-based team within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC. This is an excellent opportunity for therapists looking to deliver face-to-face care within a supportive adult community service. The successful candidates will work with adults presenting with a range of communication and swallowing disorders, providing specialist assessment, intervention, and management to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist assessments for adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties. Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Undertake dysphagia assessments and provide appropriate management recommendations where required. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated patient care. Provide education, advice, and support to patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals. Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and organizational standards. Contribute to service improvement initiatives and best practice development. Qualifications and Experience Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy. HCPC registration. Experience working within adult Speech and Language Therapy services. Dysphagia training and experience are highly desirable. Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to manage a varied caseload independently. Experience delivering face-to-face community-based interventions. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our

Locum Histology BMS in the Isle of Man Banding: Band 6 Location: Isle of Man Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Working Pattern: Core hours only Hourly Rate: £30 - £40 We are currently seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Histology to join our client’s team in the Isle of Man. This is a full-time, ongoing position working core hours only, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to a busy and well-established laboratory service. Key Responsibilities You will process and embed tissue samples, perform microtomy, and stain slides for microscopic examination. You will support pathologists in diagnostic reporting. Qualifications and Experience - HCPC registration - Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent - Experience in Histology within a clinical laboratory - Experience with microtomy and staining techniques - Strong attention to detail - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities - NHS experience (required) Why Work with Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our experienced recruitment consultants understand your specialty and are committed to finding roles that align with your skills and preferences. As a preferred or sole supplier to many clients, we offer exclusive opportunities not available elsewhere. We prioritise your professional goals, listen to your needs, and treat you as a valued individual—not just a resource. How to Apply If you are interested in registering with us, learning more about this position, or exploring other opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below. Reasonable Adjustments If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries listed on t

Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Private Client Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Contract Hourly Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Considered Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist educational setting supporting children and young people with autism and complex communication needs. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a highly supportive multidisciplinary environment, providing specialist assessment, intervention, and communication support to pupils with a range of speech, language, communication, and interaction needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping children and young people develop functional communication skills, enhance social interaction, and maximize their ability to access learning opportunities. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessments for children and young people with complex communication needs. Develop and implement individualized therapy programmes and communication strategies. Support pupils with speech, language, social communication, and interaction difficulties. Work collaboratively with teachers, occupational therapists, psychologists, support staff, and families. Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), annual reviews, and multidisciplinary meetings. Provide training, advice, and support to school staff to promote effective communication approaches across the setting. Monitor, evaluate, and review therapy outcomes, adapting interventions where required. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports in accordance with professional standards. Qualifications and Experience Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy. HCPC registration. Experience working with children and young people with autism and/or complex communication needs. Knowledge of

Job Title: Locum Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist – Milton Keynes Banding: Band 6 Location: Pentz Building, The Open University Campus, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA Start Date: ASAP Salary: £24.00–£28.00 per hour Working Hours: Part-time or full-time Duration: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a clinical team based at the Pentz Building, The Open University Campus, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes. This is an exciting locum opportunity to provide specialist assessment, treatment, and management for adults with acquired speech, language, and communication needs, as well as eating and drinking difficulties. The successful candidate will support adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties arising from neurological and progressive conditions, age-related changes, and other health conditions. Working across a range of community settings, you will play a key role in developing and delivering tailored intervention plans to support patients' communication, swallowing safety, independence, and overall quality of life. This opportunity is ideal for a confident and skilled Speech and Language Therapist with experience in adult services who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and working collaboratively with patients, families, carers, and other healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Carry out comprehensive assessments of adults presenting with acquired speech, language, and communication needs. Assess, treat, and manage adults experiencing eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties, including dysphagia. Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on patients' clinical needs, goals, and circumstances. Support adults with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with neurological and progressive conditions, age-related changes, and other health conditions. Deliver app

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Birmingham Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Birmingham Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Salary: £24.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Part or full time – Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 (approximately 37.5 hours per week for full-time) Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join an acute healthcare setting in Birmingham on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist with strong acute experience to manage an independent caseload of adults presenting with acquired swallowing and communication difficulties. The successful therapist will need to be dysphagia trained and confident working autonomously within an acute environment. You will be responsible for assessing, managing and providing specialist Speech and Language Therapy intervention to adults with a range of acquired communication and swallowing needs. This role offers the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team while managing your own clinical caseload and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Independently manage a caseload of adult patients within an acute hospital setting. Assess and manage adults presenting with acquired swallowing difficulties and dysphagia. Assess and provide intervention for adults with acquired communication difficulties. Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans based on patients’ clinical needs. Provide specialist dysphagia assessment, advice and management in line with professional standards and local protocols. Work autonomously while recognising when further clinical input or escalation is required. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to support effective patient care and discharge planning. Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, relatives, carers and other healthcare professionals. Maintain ac

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Loughborough Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Loughborough Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Salary: £24.00–£40.00 per hour Working Hours: Part time – 1 day per week Job Overview We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a mainstream secondary school in Loughborough on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist to provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy support one day per week across Key Stages 3 and 4, with occasional support for post-16 students. The school has a large and growing SEND cohort, including a significant number of pupils with communication and interaction needs. The successful therapist will provide targeted specialist input, supporting pupils who require a more detailed assessment and intervention while also helping the school develop its own capacity to support communication needs. The role will involve a combination of direct clinical work and a consultative approach, including staff coaching, training and advice to promote consistent communication-supportive strategies across the school. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess pupils where a clearer understanding of their speech, language and communication profile is required. Deliver individual and small-group Speech and Language Therapy interventions tailored to pupils’ needs. Support pupils presenting with receptive and expressive language difficulties. Provide specialist input for pupils with social communication and interaction needs. Support pupils experiencing difficulties with complex language, vocabulary, language processing, inference and understanding implied meaning. Support pupils with emotional communication needs, including difficulties expressing their needs appropriately. Provide assessment and intervention for pupils with autism or those awaiting autism assessment who have associated communication needs. Contribute to EHCP

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Charing Cross Hospital Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Charing Cross Hospital, London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Salary: £24.00–£31.00 per hour Working Hours: Full or part time Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join the team at Charing Cross Hospital on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist to work within a specialist Head & Neck caseload , providing high-quality assessment and intervention to patients with a range of communication and swallowing needs. The role is available for an immediate start and will run for an initial period of 3 months, with both full-time and part-time hours considered. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, using your clinical expertise to assess, manage and provide tailored interventions for patients across the Head & Neck caseload. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with communication and swallowing difficulties associated with Head & Neck conditions. Develop and deliver individualised treatment plans based on patients’ clinical needs. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure effective and coordinated patient care. Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input across the Head & Neck caseload. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and regulatory standards. Participate in relevant multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and clinical reviews. Provide appropriate advice, education and support to patients, carers and other healthcare professionals. Work in accordance with HCPC and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) standards and guidelines. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).

Locum Biomedical Scientist in Haematology/Blood Transfusion Banding: Band 5/6 Location: Cumbria Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Working Pattern: Full Shifts, 37.5 hours per week Hourly Rate: £20 - £27 We are currently seeking a Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Haematology to join our client’s team in Cumbria. This is a full-time, ongoing position working core hours only, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to a busy and well-established laboratory service. Key Responsibilities - Experience in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion - Automated Transfusion Experience (Ideally Ortho platform) - Experience with Sysmex analysers - Experience with working with Telepath LIMS Qualifications and Experience - HCPC registration - Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent - Experience in Haematology within a clinical laboratory - Experience with Sysmex, Ortho & Telepath (Desired) - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities - NHS experience (required) Why Work with Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our experienced recruitment consultants understand your specialty and are committed to finding roles that align with your skills and preferences. As a preferred or sole supplier to many clients, we offer exclusive opportunities not available elsewhere. We prioritise your professional goals, listen to your needs, and treat you as a valued individual—not just a resource. How to Apply If you are interested in registering with us, learning more about this position, or exploring other opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below. Reasonable Adjustments If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and pl

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Edgware Hospital Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Edgware Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Salary: £24.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Part-time or Full-time Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a mental health ward at Edgware Hospital on a locum basis. This is a 3-month opportunity suitable for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist, with part-time and full-time hours available. The successful candidate will provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy support to patients experiencing communication difficulties and dysphagia. You will play an important role in assessing and supporting patients with swallowing difficulties, as well as identifying and managing communication challenges within a mental health setting. This role is ideal for a therapist with previous dysphagia experience who is confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team and is looking to contribute their expertise within a hospital-based mental health environment. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention for patients on a mental health ward. Undertake dysphagia assessments and provide appropriate recommendations to support safe and effective swallowing. Assess and support patients experiencing a range of communication difficulties. Develop and implement individualised therapy and management plans based on patients’ needs. Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient-centred care. Provide advice and guidance to patients, carers and other professionals regarding communication and swallowing needs. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards. Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and patient reviews where appropriate. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree

Job Title: Locum Biomedical Scientist – Blood Transfusion Banding: Band 6 or 7 equivalent Location: Edinburgh Rate: £33 - £39 per hour DOE Start date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Working hours: All shift patterns available An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Biomedical Scientist specialising in Blood Transfusion to join a modern and well-equipped private laboratory in Edinburgh. This role is suited to a Band 6 or Band 7 professional with strong transfusion experience and hands-on expertise using Grifols analysers, looking to work within a high-performing laboratory team on a flexible shift basis. What will your responsibilities be: • Perform routine and specialist Blood Transfusion testing in accordance with laboratory procedures and quality standards • Operate, maintain and troubleshoot Grifols analysers to ensure accurate and timely test results • Undertake blood grouping, antibody screening, compatibility testing and blood issue activities • Participate in all shift patterns, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays where required • Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 15189 and laboratory quality requirements • Accurately record and authorise results using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) • Investigate and resolve transfusion-related queries and non-conformances where appropriate • Contribute to quality assurance, audit activities and service improvement initiatives • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support the delivery of high-quality patient care Qualifications and Experience: • HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist • Previous NHS or private sector Blood Transfusion laboratory experience • Extensive experience using Grifols analysers is essential • Experience working at Band 6 or Band 7 level within a Blood Transfusion laboratory • Strong understanding of Blood Transfusion policies, procedures and best practice • Familiarity with UKAS accreditation and ISO 15189 standards • Exce

Job Title: Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 Location: Preston Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Contract Hourly Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Working Hours: (could be open to part time) Monday: 9:00am to 5:00pm Tuesday: 9:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday: 9:00am to 2:00pm Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join a community-based Adult Speech and Language Therapy team in Preston . This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist with experience in both dysphagia and communication disorders to provide specialist assessment and intervention within a community setting. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting adults with a range of speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist assessments and interventions for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties. Undertake dysphagia assessments and develop appropriate management plans. Deliver evidence-based treatment programmes tailored to individual patient needs. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, carers, and healthcare professionals. Provide education, advice, and support to patients and their families. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards. Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy. HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist. Dysphagia trained with experience assessing and managing swallowing disorders. Experience working within adult community Speech and Language Therapy services. Strong clinical knowledge of communication disorders and their management. Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a m

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – East Midlands Banding: Band 6/7 Location: East Midlands Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Working Hours: Full or Part Time Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a clinical team in the East Midlands on a locum basis. This role offers the opportunity to work across a varied caseload, supporting patients with complex communication and swallowing needs in both acute and community settings. The successful candidate will have significant experience in the assessment and management of dysphagia , particularly in patients with conditions including stroke, dementia and frailty. You will be required to travel to patients' residences, including care homes and patients' own homes, within the East Staffordshire area, as well as providing Speech and Language Therapy input on acute medical wards. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist looking for a flexible locum position where they can use their clinical expertise across a diverse caseload. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with dysphagia and associated communication needs. • Provide specialist dysphagia assessment and intervention for patients with conditions including stroke, dementia and frailty. • Deliver Speech and Language Therapy services across acute medical wards and community settings. • Travel to patients' own homes and care homes within the East Staffordshire area. • Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans based on patients' clinical needs. • Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards. • Use electronic patient records (EPR) to document assessments, interventions and clinical outcomes. Qualifications and Experience To be consider

PHLEBOTOMIST/HCA – THAMES VALLEY – OUR FUTURE HEALTH Banding: Band 2 & 3 Location: Thames Valley Rate: £18.00 – £25.78 per hour Pulse Nursing is looking for experienced Phlebotomists and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) with phlebotomy experience to join our team across the Thames Valley, with shifts available Monday to Sunday (8:00am – 7:30pm). We offer competitive hourly pay rates of: Monday to Friday: £18.00 per hour Saturday: £20.96 per hour Sunday & Bank Holidays: £25.78 per hour Working as a Phlebotomist/HCA, you will: Complete POCT cholesterol checks, height, weight and waist measurements, heart rate and blood pressure checks, and accurately record findings on the system. Draw two blood samples, ensuring they are correctly labelled and stored. Monitor the wellbeing of participants throughout their appointments, escalating concerns where appropriate. To be successful in this role, you should have: A Certificate in Phlebotomy. A minimum of one year's active experience drawing blood. Experience taking patient observations. Excellent patient care skills. The Right to Work in the UK. You will benefit from: Accrued holiday pay. Weekly pay. A dedicated Pulse consultant to support you throughout the project. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber List of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

PHLEBOTOMIST/HCA – NORTH EAST SCOTLAND – OUR FUTURE HEALTH Banding: Band 2 & 3 Location: North East Scotland Rate: £18.00 – £25.78 per hour Pulse Nursing is looking for experienced Phlebotomists and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) with phlebotomy experience to join our team in North East Scotland, with shifts available Monday to Sunday (8:00am – 7:30pm). We offer competitive hourly pay rates of: Monday to Friday: £18.00 per hour Saturday: £20.96 per hour Sunday & Bank Holidays: £25.78 per hour Working as a Phlebotomist/HCA, you will: Complete POCT cholesterol checks, height, weight and waist measurements, heart rate and blood pressure checks, and accurately record findings on the system. Draw two blood samples, ensuring they are correctly labelled and stored. Monitor the wellbeing of participants throughout their appointments, escalating concerns where appropriate. To be successful in this role, you should have: A Certificate in Phlebotomy. A minimum of one year's active experience drawing blood. Experience taking patient observations. Excellent patient care skills. The Right to Work in the UK. You will benefit from: Accrued holiday pay. Weekly pay. A dedicated Pulse consultant to support you throughout the project. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber List of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.