Paediatric Dysphagia Speech And Language Therapist Jobs

Job Title: Locum Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 Location: Frimley Start Date: ASAP Rate: £24.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Job Overview We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist service in Frimley. This is an exciting locum opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist with expertise in paediatric dysphagia assessment and management. In this role, you will work with children and young people presenting with a range of speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing difficulties. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions, supporting children and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric dysphagia and feeding difficulties in line with professional guidelines and competencies. • Provide specialist speech and language therapy assessment and intervention for children with communication and swallowing needs. • Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each child's needs. • Work collaboratively with families, carers, education staff, and multidisciplinary teams to support effective care planning. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with HCPC and local service standards. • Contribute to case discussions, reviews, and multidisciplinary team meetings. • Provide advice, training, and support to parents, carers, and other professionals where appropriate. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: • A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). • Current HCPC registration. • Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). • Previous experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist within paediatric services. • Demonstrable experience

Job Title: Locum Paediatric Dysphagia and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 Location: Central London Start Date: ASAP Rate: £24.00–£28.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Job Overview We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Paediatric Dysphagia and Language Therapist to join a specialist service in Central London. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to support children and young people presenting with complex communication needs and paediatric dysphagia. In this role, you will work closely with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams to assess, diagnose, and deliver evidence-based interventions. You will play a key role in supporting children with a range of developmental, communication, and feeding difficulties, helping them achieve their full potential and improve their quality of life. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose, and manage children and young people with speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing difficulties. • Deliver specialist interventions for paediatric dysphagia and complex communication needs. • Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs. • Work collaboratively with families, carers, educational professionals, and multidisciplinary teams. • Provide advice, training, and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child's care. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards. • Participate in case discussions, reviews, and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure 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 and membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). • Previous experience working within paediatric Speech and Language

Job Title: Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: West Midlands Start Date: ASAP Salary: £24.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time Job Overview We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a community service across the West Midlands. This role involves working with children with eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties, providing specialist assessment and intervention across a range of community settings. This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist with paediatric dysphagia experience who is confident working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a vital role in ensuring safe, effective swallowing management and improving quality of life for children and their families. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric dysphagia and associated speech, language, and communication needs. • Develop and implement individualised therapy and feeding plans in line with clinical guidelines. • Work closely with families, carers, and education/health professionals to ensure safe swallowing strategies are followed. • Provide specialist advice, training, and support to parents, carers, and staff in managing dysphagia. • Manage a caseload independently across community settings, including homes, schools, and clinics. • Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records in accordance with professional standards. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: • A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). • HCPC registration and membership (or eligibility) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). • Significant experience working with paediatric dysphagia. • Strong knowledge of swallowing assessment and management in children. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Abilit

Job Title: Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 / 7 Location: North West of England Start Date: ASAP Rate: £24.00 – £32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (flexible) Job Overview We are currently seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist healthcare service in the North West of England. This role focuses on supporting neonates and infants with complex feeding and swallowing difficulties, delivering high-quality, evidence-based dysphagia assessment and intervention. This opportunity is suitable for an experienced Band 6 therapist looking to develop specialist skills, or a Band 7 clinician with established expertise in neonatal and infant feeding. You will work closely within a multidisciplinary team to support some of the most vulnerable patients and their families, ensuring safe and effective feeding outcomes. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess, diagnose, and manage neonatal and paediatric dysphagia , including complex feeding and swallowing difficulties. Deliver specialist infant feeding and dysphagia assessments in neonatal and paediatric settings. Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams. Provide clinical advice, training, and support to colleagues and carers where appropriate. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and service development initiatives. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) . Proven experience in paediatric neonatal dysphagia and/or infant feeding . Relevant postgra

Job Title: Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Broxbourne, Hertfordshire Start: ASAP Duration: 3-6 months Rate: £375 daily rate Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and motivated Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist to join our esteemed client in Broxbourne. The service will be community-based, delivered weekdays at both mainstream and special schools in the inner London area (Chelsea, Fulham, Hammersmith, etc.). Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will be responsible for providing assessment and therapy intervention to children and young people with speech and language disorders, and in some cases, dysphagia advanced practice will be required. You will travel between schools during the day, with all appointments booked for you. You will need to use London transport as car driving will not be possible. You could see between 3 – 6 children a day depending on case mix, number of children at the school, travel time, etc. You will maintain meticulous records and documentation, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver superior patient care. Qualifications and Experience: HCPC registration Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or a related field Extensive experience in paediatric speech and language therapy, particularly in dysphagia 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 placement. With our preferred or sole supplier sta

Job Title: Locum Band 7 Highly Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 7 (AHP Grade) Location: Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Rd, HA1 3UJ Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 weeks with potential of contract extension. Working Hours: 30 hours per week Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced and autonomous Band 7 Highly Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join the team at Northwick Park Hospital. This locum role offers the opportunity to deliver expert care to children aged 0–5 and adolescents with dysphagia, autism, social communication differences, and complex needs across an acute hospital setting. You will work primarily on the Acute Ward (Jack’s Place), supporting premature neonates, babies, children, and young people admitted to the Paediatric and Neonatal Wards. The role involves managing your own caseload and collaborating with medical and community colleagues to ensure effective communication and feeding support within the hospital environment. Key Responsibilities Deliver highly specialist speech and language therapy services to children and adolescents with complex needs Provide assessment and intervention for dysphagia and social communication differences Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams across health, education, and social care Supervise and support SLTs and SLTAs in Harrow community settings Lead departmental audits and service development projects Deliver specialist training to professionals, parents/carers, and students Participate in departmental meetings and receive clinical supervision from senior SLT colleagues Requirements HCPC registration (required) Proven experience in paediatric dysphagia and complex communication needs Ability to work independently and manage a specialist caseload Strong leadership, supervision, and training skills Experience in acute hospital and community settings (preferred) Why Pu

Job Title: Paediatric Acute Speech and Language Therapist Banding : Band 6 Start date: ASAP Duration : 3months Location : London Working Hours: Mon day – Friday, 8:30-4:30 or 9:00-5pm Rate : £ 2 8 - £ 3 2 We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Paediatric Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in London. The post-holder will provide assessment, differential diagnosis, and programmes of intervention for children and teenagers. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of instrumental assessments of swallowing and may be competent in procedures such as video fluoroscopy and tracheostomy management. This role includes providing input for children and teenagers with tracheostomies, including in-reaching into the adult ICU for older teenagers, and supporting children on both curative and palliative pathways. Responsibilities : As a Paediatric Acute Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for providing assessment, differential diagnosis, and programmes of intervention. You will have a strong knowledge of instrumental assessments of swallowing and may be competent in procedures such as video fluoroscopy and tracheostomy management. The role includes input for children and teenagers with tracheostomies, including in-reaching into the adult ICU for older teenagers, and supporting children on both curative and palliative pathways. You will work closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Qualifications and Experience : Degree in Speech and Language Therapy HCPC registration NHS experience preferred – if no NHS experience, must be compatible with NHS acute hospital environment Must be acute paediatric dysphagia competent Significant clinical experience working in a relevant specialist field (e.g., head & neck, neuro, oncology, acute paediatric dysphagia) Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively a

Job title: Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist Band: 6 Location: Community Children’s Therapies – Green Wrythe Lane (Surrey) Start Date: ASAP Contract: Until May 2026 (potential to extend) Working Pattern: 30 hours per week (7.5 hours per day, 30‑minute unpaid break) Job Overview Pulse is seeking an experienced Band 6 Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist to join a community‑based children’s therapy service located around Green Wrythe Lane. This role focuses on early years intervention and dysphagia support for children under five, working within a well‑established community team. You will carry out independent assessments, deliver early communication provision, and contribute to statutory processes, including EHCP reviews. The caseload includes children with a range of developmental needs and disabilities. Key Responsibilities Complete independent dysphagia assessments for children in community settings Conduct early years communication assessments and deliver targeted intervention Lead and contribute to EHCP reviews Support children with a range of developmental needs and disabilities Work with communication aids and devices, particularly for early years Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation Qualifications & Experience HCPC‑registered Speech & Language Therapist Paediatric dysphagia experience/training (essential) Experience working with children under 5 (essential) Confident using AAC/communication aids Strong background in paediatric community practice Why Choose Pulse? Pulse offers a personalised, supportive recruitment experience with access to exclusive roles across the UK. Our consultants understand your profession and are committed to matching you with roles that align with your skills and ambitions. How to Apply If you’re interested in this role or would like to explore similar opportunities, please apply using the link below.

Job Title: Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist – Paediatrics Location: Conwy Child Development Centre, Llandudno (Ysbyty Glan Clwyd) Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full-time Contract Type: Locum (Fixed-term maternity leave cover) Shift Pattern: Face-to-face role within standard working hours Speciality: Paediatric Communication and Dysphagia Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join a multidisciplinary team at the Conwy Child Development Centre in Llandudno, part of Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. This locum position is a fixed-term maternity leave cover, offering a rewarding opportunity to work face-to-face with children presenting with communication and dysphagia needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting paediatric patients through collaborative care within a well-established MDT. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist assessment and intervention for children with communication and swallowing difficulties Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support holistic care plans Deliver face-to-face therapy sessions in a child development centre setting Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service development Support families and caregivers with tailored advice and resources Requirements Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (required) HCPC registration (required) Experience in paediatric communication and dysphagia Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills Ability to work effectively within an MDT environment Why Pulse? At Pulse, we put you first. Our dedicated consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding roles that match your skills and career goals. With exclusive access to opportunities across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience. How to Apply If you're interested in this role or would like to explore other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us directly to speak with one

Job Title: Locum Band 7 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist – Dysphagia and Neonates – Hounslow Banding: Band 7 Location: Heart of Hounslow, London Start Date: ASAP Salary: £26.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or part-time Contract Duration: To be confirmed Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and specialist Band 7 Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) with expertise in dysphagia and neonatal care to join a community children's service in Hounslow. This role is ideal for a confident and autonomous clinician with experience managing children with complex feeding and swallowing difficulties, particularly neonates and infants under one year of age. The successful candidate will predominantly work within the Community Children's Dysphagia Clinic, based at Heart of Hounslow, with some clinics and visits across the wider borough. You will work closely with dietitians, community nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide specialist assessment, clinical management and ongoing support to children and their families. The role will involve covering an existing vacancy and supporting a smooth clinical handover. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to utilise their specialist skills within a collaborative community healthcare setting. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Independently assess and manage children presenting with dysphagia and complex feeding difficulties. Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input for neonates and infants under one year of age. Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualised dysphagia management plans. Provide evidence-based advice and recommendations to support safe and effective feeding practices. Work collaboratively with dietitians, community nurses and other multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care. Support families and carers by providing guidance on feeding strategies and the mana

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" data-turn-id="request-WEB:5b42b379-1af6-4854-9deb-826a17c26820-3" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:5b42b379-1af6-4854-9deb-826a17c26820-3" data-testid="conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> Job Title: Locum Paediatric Neonates Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: London Start Date: ASAP Rate: £24.00–£31.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time Job Overview We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Paediatric Neonates Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist healthcare setting in London. This locum opportunity is ideal for an experienced therapist with a strong background in paediatrics and neonatal care, particularly in the assessment and management of feeding and swallowing difficulties. In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support infants and young children with complex communication and dysphagia needs. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting positive clinical outcomes for children and their families. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing difficulties within paediatric and neonatal caseloads. • Provide specialist dysphagia assessment and intervention for infants and children. • Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to patient needs. • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, consultants, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists. • Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards. • Support families and carers through education, advice, and therapeutic guidance. Qualifications and Experience To be considered

Job Title: Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 Location: Mid Essex – Covering Chelmsford, Braintree, Maldon and surrounding areas Start Date: ASAP Rate: £24.00–£27.50 per hour Working Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday) or Part Time Considered Duration: Minimum 6 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Band 6 Paediatric Community Speech and Language Therapist to join a community-based service in Mid Essex. The role is based in Chelmsford with travel required across Chelmsford, Braintree, Maldon and surrounding areas. This position involves working with children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs, including autism and special educational needs. The successful candidate will deliver therapy within schools and community settings, undertaking autonomous lone working while receiving wider team support via local bases and virtual platforms such as Microsoft Teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and experienced paediatric therapist who is comfortable managing a varied caseload within a community setting. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess children and young people’s speech, language, and communication needs. Deliver targeted interventions for phonology, language disorders, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), and other speech and language difficulties (excluding dysphagia). Undertake Section F provisions of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Write termly care plans and detailed clinical reports. Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and liaise closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals. Deliver therapy addressing communication, sensory, fine motor, gross motor, and related needs within school settings. Visit schools and community settings across Essex. Offer clinical support and guidance to lower banded members of the SLT team where appropriate. Maintain accurate clinical records (experience

Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6/7 Location: North Wales Start Date: ASAP Rate: £26.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered Duration: 3 months (with strong likelihood of extension to at least 6 months) Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join a multidisciplinary Child Development Centre team in North Wales. This fixed-term role provides maternity leave cover and is delivered fully face-to-face within a highly supportive MDT environment. You will work with children presenting with a range of communication needs and dysphagia, contributing your clinical expertise to assessments, interventions, and collaborative planning. This opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 or Band 7 clinician looking to further develop specialist paediatric skills in a well-established service. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Support the assessment, diagnosis, and management of children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and dysphagia within the Child Development Centre. Deliver evidence-based therapy plans tailored to each child’s developmental needs. Work collaboratively within an experienced multidisciplinary team. Maintain accurate, professional clinical records in line with service and HCPC standards. Contribute to MDT meetings, case discussions, and reviews to support integrated care planning. Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). HCPC registration and eligibility for RCSLT membership. Clinical experience within paediatrics, including communication and dysphagia. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in an MDT setting. A reflective, proactive approach to service delivery and professional growth. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you regis

Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist – Children’s Disability Services Banding: Equivalent to Senior Grade (HSE) Location: Dublin Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent (Full-time and Part-time positions available) Salary: €63,279 - €74,509 Working Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking experienced and passionate Senior Speech and Language Therapists to join Children’s Disability Network Teams across Dublin. These permanent roles offer the opportunity to work with children aged 0–18 with complex developmental needs, within a family-centred, interdisciplinary model of care. This is an exciting time to work for a client which is undergoing a transformation programme, focusing on continuous improvement and lean healthcare practices. Key Responsibilities Deliver speech and language therapy to children with physical, sensory, and developmental disabilities. Assess and manage dysphagia and feeding difficulties, including excessive drooling. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated care. Contribute to service development, training, and clinical audits. Coordinate and lead clinics, working consultatively with other lead therapists. Qualifications and Experience Recognised IASLT qualification and CORU registration. Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in paediatric disability services. Proven experience in dysphagia assessment and management. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Full driver’s licence and access to a car (or willingness to obtain). 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 Ireland and the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first. How to Apply If

Job Title: Paediatric Mainstream / ASD Speech and Language Therapist Banding: Band 6 / 7 Location: South London Start Date: ASAP Rate: £25.00 – £40.00 per hour Working Hours: Full time (split post) or Part time (3 days per week – mainstream school only) Job Overview We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join a mainstream school with an attached ASD base in South London. This flexible role offers either a full-time split post across mainstream and ASD provisions, or a part-time position (3 days per week) working solely within the mainstream school. You will support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), working closely with school staff and families to help pupils achieve their communication and learning goals. This opportunity is suitable for Band 6 or Band 7 therapists looking for flexibility while working within a supportive educational setting. Experience with dysphagia is welcomed but not essential. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess, diagnose, and treat children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs in mainstream and ASD school settings. Deliver individualised, evidence-based therapy interventions to support communication, learning, and social development. Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, parents/carers, and the wider multi-disciplinary team. Contribute to EHCPs, reviews, and progress reporting. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with professional standards. Use dysphagia management skills where appropriate and within your scope of practice (if applicable). Qualifications and Experience To be considered for this role, you must have: A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent). HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). Experience working with children with ASC and SLCN, ideall