Band8a Locum Specialist Speech And Language Therapist Jobs

Job Title: Lo cum Specialist Speech & Language Therapist Banding : 8a Location : Prescot Start: ASAP Duration : 2months Rate : £ 33 - £ 3 7 Working hours : Monday – Frid ay , 08:30-16:30 We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Locum Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join our client based in Prescot. This role involves providing high-quality care to patients with dysphagia and communication disorders. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering specialist speech and language therapy services within the community, requiring the use of a car for visits. What will your responsibilities be : In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a range of speech, language, and communication disorders. You will work closely with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatments as necessary. Additionally, you will provide education and support to patients and their families, ensuring they understand the nature of the disorders and the goals of therapy. Qualifications and Experiences: Degree in Speech and Language Therapy Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Experience in managing dysphagia and communication disorders Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Valid driver's license and access to a car for community visits 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

Job Title: Specialist Locum Pharmacist Banding: Band 8A Location: East London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Hourly Rate: £38-40 per hour Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8A Pharmacist to join a pharmacy team in East London. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality clinical pharmacy services within a busy acute hospital setting, supporting patient care and medicines optimisation. The successful candidate will bring strong clinical pharmacy experience, with a particular focus on antimicrobial stewardship, contributing to safe and effective prescribing practices across the Trust. Key Responsibilities Deliver clinical pharmacy services across inpatient wards. Provide expert advice on antimicrobial prescribing and stewardship. Support medicines optimisation and patient safety initiatives. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Contribute to audits, governance, and service development activities. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Proven clinical pharmacy experience within an NHS setting. Experience in antimicrobial pharmacy or stewardship (essential). Ability to work at Band 7 or Band 8A level. Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring additional opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below. Reasonable Adjust

Job Title: Specialist Pharmacist – Oncology & Haematology (SACT) Banding: Band 8a Location: Guildford Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: £37-44 Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8a Oncology Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team in Guildford. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled pharmacist with extensive hospital and oncology experience to provide specialist clinical pharmacy services to oncology and haematology patients within a leading healthcare setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the safe and effective delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT), working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and maintain the highest standards of care. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist clinical pharmacy services for oncology and haematology patients. Undertake clinical screening and verification of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) prescriptions. Support the safe and effective use of cancer medicines in line with local and national guidelines. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise treatment pathways and patient outcomes. Contribute to clinical governance, service development, and medicines optimisation initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Extensive hospital pharmacy experience, including oncology and haematology services. Competent in the clinical screening and verification of SACT prescriptions. Strong knowledge of cancer treatments, chemotherapy protocols, and supportive care medicines. BOPA Passport desirable. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your

Job Title: Specialist Pharmacist – Mental Health Banding: Band 8A Location: Staffordshire Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months (with option to extend) Hourly Rate: £34-36 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 (no on-call or out-of-hours) Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8A Specialist Mental Health Pharmacist to join a pharmacy team in Staffordshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services within a mental health setting, supporting safe and effective medicines management. The successful candidate will undertake ward-based clinical duties and support dispensary services, including working alongside ACT pharmacy technicians to ensure high standards of care and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist clinical pharmacy services across mental health wards. Conduct ward visits and provide expert medicines advice to clinical teams. Support dispensary operations and supervise ACT pharmacy technicians. Contribute to medicines optimisation and patient safety initiatives. Maintain accurate documentation and support clinical governance activities. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Extensive experience in mental health pharmacy (essential). Previous NHS hospital pharmacy experience. Ability to work at Band 8A level or equivalent. Strong communication, leadership, and clinical decision-making skills. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring

Job Title: Specialist Clinical Pharmacist Banding: Band 8A Location: Bedford Hospital Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hourly Rate: Competitive (based on experience) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8A Clinical Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team at Bedford Hospital, part of Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This role offers an excellent opportunity to provide advanced clinical pharmacy services within an acute hospital setting, supporting safe, effective, and patient‑centred medicines use. The candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams across inpatient areas, contributing to medicines optimisation, clinical governance, and service development. Key Responsibilities Deliver advanced clinical pharmacy services across designated wards. Provide expert advice on complex medicines management and prescribing decisions. Support medicines optimisation and patient safety initiatives. Contribute to audit, service development, and clinical governance activities. Work collaboratively with MDTs to improve patient outcomes. Qualifications and Experience Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). Extensive NHS hospital clinical pharmacy experience. Demonstrated ability to work at Band 8A level or equivalent. Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision‑making skills. Experience supporting junior staff and contributing to service improvement. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role,

Job Title: Pharmacist – Aseptic Services Banding: Band 8a Location: Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 Months with option to extend Hourly Rate: £35-36 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 (TBC) Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8a Pharmacist – Aseptic Services to join the team at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled pharmacist with recent acute NHS hospital experience to support the delivery of specialist aseptic pharmacy services within a busy hospital environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant provision of aseptic products, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to maintain the highest standards of patient care and quality assurance. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist pharmaceutical support to aseptic services within the Trust Ensure the safe and effective preparation, supply, and management of aseptic products Support compliance with relevant legislation, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and local policies Provide expert clinical and technical advice on aseptic services Contribute to quality assurance, risk management, and governance activities Work collaboratively with pharmacy, nursing, and medical teams to optimise patient care Support the continuous development and improvement of aseptic pharmacy services Qualifications and Experience Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Recent and relevant experience working within an acute NHS hospital Significant experience within Aseptic Services Strong understanding of GMP, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements Excellent clinical, organisational, and communication skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Enhanced DBS required Additional Information No remote working available Candidates previously submitted for this role will not be considered; please do n

Job Title: Locum Pharmacist Banding: Band 8a Location: Central London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 2 months initially, potential to be ongoing Hourly Rate: £35-38 Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30 (7.5 hours per day) Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 8a Pharmacist to work at a private hospital in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a leading private healthcare setting, delivering high-quality clinical pharmacy services across a range of specialist areas. The successful candidate will support multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in optimising patient care and medicines management. Key Responsibilities Provide clinical pharmacy support across surgical, rehabilitation, cardiology, and general medical services Ensure the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes Support medicines optimisation initiatives and clinical governance processes Contribute to service delivery and continuous improvement within the pharmacy department Qualifications and Experience Registered Pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Proven experience working at Band 8 level (or equivalent) Strong clinical background in one or more of the following areas: Surgical Rehabilitation Cardiology General medicine Excellent clinical knowledge and decision-making skills Strong communication and teamworking abilities Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring addit

Job Title : Lead Radiotherapist Location : Birmingham Banding: Band 8a Start: ASAP Duration: Ongoing contract Rate : £35-36 per hour Working hours: Monday – Frida y , 0900-1700 We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Band 8a Radiotherapy professional to join our client’s team in Birmingham. This role involves delivering exceptional radiotherapy services with Elekta experience. The successful candidate will be integral to our radiotherapy department, ensuring the highest standards of care and precision in treatment delivery. What will your responsibilities be : The Band 8a Radiotherapy Lead professional will be responsible for planning and delivering radiotherapy treatments, ensuring accurate dose delivery and patient safety. Duties include operating and maintaining Elekta equipment, collaborating with oncologists and other healthcare professionals, and adhering to radiation safety protocols. The role also involves patient preparation, monitoring during treatment, and maintaining detailed records of all procedures. Qualifications and Experiences: Degree in Radiotherapy or equivalent HCPC registration Experience with Elekta Strong understanding of radiation safety principles Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively How to apply? If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail. 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

Band 8a Birmingham, West Midlands Full-Time or Part-Time Considered Competitive NHS Agency Rate Pulse Mental Health is currently recruiting for a Locum Psychologist to join a specialist 0–19 Learning Disabilities and Neurodevelopmental Service in Birmingham, West Midlands. The service supports children and young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, behaviours that challenge, and a range of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism and ADHD. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist NHS multidisciplinary team working with young people who present with complex and often overlapping needs. Many children and young people supported by the service are awaiting formal diagnosis and require comprehensive psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention. You will play an important role in supporting young people, families, carers, and professionals to improve outcomes and enhance quality of life. The service offers a varied and rewarding caseload, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and young people across Birmingham. Responsibilities As a Locum Psychologist, you will: Undertake specialist psychological assessments for children and young people aged 0–19 years presenting with learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, and neurodevelopmental conditions. Develop formulations to understand complex presentations and inform care planning and intervention. Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs. Support children and young people who present with behaviours that challenge and co-occurring mental health needs. Work collaboratively with families, carers, schools, social care teams, and other professionals involved in care. Provide consultation and psychological advice to multidisciplinary colleagues. Contribute to safeguarding, risk assessment, and risk management processes. Maintain accurate and timely clinical

Banding Band 8a/ b Location Leeds, West Yorkshire Working Hours 3 Days Per Week Salary Competitive Locum Rate Make a Difference in Prison Mental Health Services Are you a Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist or Forensic Psychologist looking for a rewarding locum opportunity within a prison setting? Pulse is recruiting for an experienced HCPC-registered Psychologist to join a specialist mental health team working within a secure environment in Leeds. This is a unique opportunity to work with individuals presenting with complex mental health, trauma, personality, behavioural and forensic needs, while developing highly sought-after skills within prison healthcare. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention services to support some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. This position offers excellent professional development opportunities, varied and rewarding clinical work, and the chance to make a genuine impact on rehabilitation, recovery and long-term wellbeing. Responsibilities As a Psychologist, you will use your specialist knowledge and clinical expertise to support individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties within a secure environment. Your responsibilities may include: Completing comprehensive psychological assessments and formulations for individuals with complex presentations. Delivering evidence-based psychological interventions on an individual and group basis. Working with service users who may present with trauma, personality difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, self-harm behaviours and co-existing mental health conditions. Providing trauma-informed care that promotes recovery, resilience and positive outcomes. Contributing specialist psychological advice to multidisciplinary team discussions, care planning and risk management processes. Supporting the development of psychologically i

Job Title Clinical/Forensic Psychologist Banding Band 8a/b Location Grimsby (covering North East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire) Working Hours Up to 30 hours per week - locum contract Salary Competitive, DOE - opportunity for higher salaries Opening Paragraph Pulse is seeking an experienced Clinical/Forensic Psychologist to join a Learning Disabilities service in Grimsby. This is a unique opportunity to work within a psychology-led, multi-disciplinary team supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism who are at risk of offending or have an offending history. You’ll play a key role in helping service users transition safely from secure care into the community, reducing risk and promoting independence. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working hours, and the chance to make a real impact in a specialist forensic setting. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead the delivery of highly specialist psychological assessments and interventions. Provide clinical supervision and consultation to colleagues and partner agencies. Take a senior role in managing complex cases and risk assessments. Deliver offence-specific therapeutic interventions and treatments. Chair and facilitate complex case reviews and multi-agency meetings. Contribute to service development, policy review, and research initiatives. Communicate complex psychological formulations and treatment plans effectively within the multidisciplinary team. Benefits Competitive salary and NHS pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements. Opportunities for professional development and CPD. Work within a supportive, psychology-led team. Access to specialist forensic services and multi-agency collaboration. Make a meaningful difference in transforming care for vulnerable individuals. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Doctoral-level training in Clinical or Forensic Psychology (BPS accredited). Current HCPC registration. Experience working with complex cases and challenging beh

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Band: 8A Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Working Hours: 2-3 days per week Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application We are seeking a dedicated Band 8A Forensic Psychologist to work part-time for our NHS client based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start. What will your responsibilities be? This role involves working within a prison and forensic setting, delivering psychological assessments, interventions, and support to individuals within the criminal justice system. You will be responsible for contributing to risk assessments, treatment planning, and supporting the wider multidisciplinary team in managing complex cases. The postholder will also participate in case formulation meetings and ensure documentation is maintained in accordance with professional and NHS standards. Qualifications and Experience: • HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (essential) • Experience in forensic and/or prison settings • Strong clinical formulation and communication skills • A commitment to delivering evidence-based, person-centred care How to apply If you believe your experience aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail. If you are already registered with Pulse and refer a friend to us, you could earn £300 per recommendation once they have completed over 200 hours of work*. Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our initial conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are committed to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the ideal placement. Thanks to our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll gain access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere. We always prio

Job Title Psychologist Banding Band 8a/b equivalent Location Dundee Working Hours 3 days per week | Monday – Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm Salary Attractive rates (negotiable) Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Care | Dundee Pulse is working with a specialist inpatient provider in Dundee to recruit an experienced Psychologist to support adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and complex presentations . This is a part‑time locum opportunity (3 days per week) within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team , offering excellent clinical exposure and flexible working. The role is due to start mid‑March 2026 and will continue until a permanent appointment is made , making it ideal if you’re looking for stability without long‑term commitment. Attractive rates are available, and the service is based in Dundee . Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder Work with individuals presenting with complex needs and behaviours that challenge Contribute to care planning and risk management using evidence‑based approaches Work collaboratively within a full MDT including psychiatry, nursing and therapy colleagues Support positive behaviour support planning and trauma‑informed care Contribute to reports, reviews and clinical discussions, ensuring high standards of care You’ll have the autonomy to shape your clinical input while being fully supported by an experienced team around you. Benefits Part‑time working (3 days per week) Attractive and flexible rates of pay Full MDT support Opportunity to work within a specialist LD and autism setting Qualifications & Experience Essential / Minimum: HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Experience working with learning disabilities Experience supporting individuals with complex presentations and/or autistic spectrum disorder Desirable (but not essential): Inpatien

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist - Neurorehabilitation Banding: Band 8a Location: Wigan Working Hours: Part time Pulse are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to join an award-winning rehabilitation network on a 12-month locum contract. This is a rare opportunity to work within a unique collaboration of seven partner organisations delivering specialist rehabilitation care to adults following traumatic injury or serious illness. You’ll be based across inpatient and community settings, providing neuropsychological input and psychological support to patients, families, and carers. The role combines a person-centred, humanistic approach with the scientific rigour of neuropsychology, offering a truly holistic model of care. This locum post is hosted by a leading NHS Trust in partnership with local authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for professional development. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Deliver specialist psychological and neuropsychological assessments using a range of tools and methods. Formulate and implement tailored psychological interventions for individuals, families, and carers. Provide expert consultation and advice to MDT colleagues across the network. Support care planning through early psychological formulation and risk assessment. Supervise psychological staff and contribute to training and service development. Lead service improvement initiatives and contribute to research and governance. Your input will be central to shaping rehabilitation pathways and improving outcomes for individuals affected by complex physical trauma and neurological conditions. Benefits Working within this locum role offers a range of benefits, including: Access to a highly integrated MDT and specialist rehabilitation network Opportunities for clinical supervision, CPD, and research involvement Flexible working arrangements across inpatient and community settings Supportive leadership a

Location: Newtown or Llandrindod Wells Working Hours: Up to Full-time (37.5 hours per week) | Part time hours considered Salary: Competitive hourly rate dependent on experience and banding Pulse Mental Health is currently recruiting for an experienced Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist or Forensic Psychologist to join a specialist Adult Mental Health Service based in Mid Wales. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 7 or Band 8a Psychologist looking to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality psychological interventions to adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties and trauma-related presentations. The service is seeking a psychologist who can be present in clinic at least four days per week, working from either Newtown or Llandrindod Wells. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, regular clinical support and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a well-established community mental health service. Responsibilities As a Psychologist within the service, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties. Deliver evidence-based psychological therapies tailored to individual client needs. Work with individuals experiencing complex trauma and other common or severe mental health presentations. Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and contribute to risk management planning. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, supporting holistic and person-centred care. Provide psychological consultation and guidance to colleagues and partner services where appropriate. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards. Contribute to service development initiatives and continuous quality improvement activities. Benefits Competitive hourly pay rates. Full or part-time locum opportunity. Opportunity to work within an established Adult Ment