Paediatric Neonates Speech And Language Therapist Jobs

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

Job Title: Locum Paediatric Neonatal Speech and Language Therapist – Wrexham Banding: Band 7 Location: Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham Start Date: ASAP Salary: £26.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or part-time Contract Duration: 3 months, with the option to extend Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Band 7 Paediatric Neonatal Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a specialist clinical team in Wrexham on a locum basis. The successful candidate will have specialist neonatal skills and experience supporting infants with complex feeding, swallowing and communication needs. The role will be predominantly based at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, with an expectation to provide additional cover at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd and Ysbyty Gwynedd. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to utilise their specialist neonatal expertise, contribute to high-quality patient care and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across multiple hospital sites. With an immediate start available, flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements and the possibility of extending the initial three-month contract, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician seeking their next locum position. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Assess and manage infants with feeding and swallowing difficulties within a neonatal setting. Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input for neonates with complex feeding needs. Develop and implement individualised assessment and management plans to support safe and effective feeding. Work collaboratively with neonatal medical teams, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care. Provide specialist clinical advice and recommendations to support infants' feeding, swallowing and developmental needs. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards. Contri

*]: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: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Neonatal Service Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Queen Mary’s Hospital, St Helier (with occasional home visits to Epsom) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £24.00 - £32.00 per hour Working Hours: Part time – 3 days per week Contract Length: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a specialist neonatal service based across Queen Mary’s Hospital, St Helier, with occasional home visits to Epsom. This locum opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist with experience working within neonatal settings who is confident working independently. The successful candidate will provide specialist assessment and intervention for babies and families, supporting communication, feeding, and swallowing needs within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across hospital and community settings. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Assess, diagnose, and provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy support for neonatal patients. • Manage a clinical caseload independently, delivering evidence-based assessment and intervention. • Provide specialist advice and guidance to families and wider multidisciplinary teams. • Complete accurate clinical documentation and maintain records in line with professional standards. • Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals across hospital and community settings. • Participate in service development and contribute to maintaining high standards of 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 eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT). • Previous experience working within neonatal Speech and Language Therapy services

Job Title: Paediatric Acute/Neonates Speech and Language Therapist – Epsom Banding: Band 7 Location: Epsom Start Date: ASAP Rate: £25.00 – £32.00 per hour Working Hours: Part-time Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and confident Band 7 Paediatric Acute/Neonates Speech and Language Therapist to join a dedicated healthcare team in Epsom . This is a part-time position within a specialist acute setting, providing essential speech and language therapy services to neonates and paediatric patients . This role is ideally suited to a skilled and autonomous clinician with extensive experience in neonatal care , capable of working independently within a fast-paced and multidisciplinary clinical environment. You will play a key role in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of feeding and communication difficulties in neonates, contributing directly to improved patient outcomes in a critical care context. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Independently assess, diagnose, and manage speech, language, and feeding disorders in neonates and paediatric patients. Work closely with neonatal and paediatric medical teams to develop and deliver tailored intervention plans. Provide support and training to families and caregivers regarding feeding and communication strategies. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with professional standards. Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and care planning discussions. 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. Significant post-qualification experience working with neonates and children in acute care settings . Confidence in managing complex feeding and communication needs independently. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Why Choose Pulse? From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our

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: 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: Locum Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian Location: South London Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Hourly Rate: £25 - £27 Working Hours: Full-time Job Overview Pulse is currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Band 6 Paediatric Dietitian to join the team with our client in South London. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive clinical setting, managing a diverse and rewarding paediatric caseload. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality dietetic care to children and families, working with a varied caseload including neonates, premature babies, and patients with complex nutritional needs. This role offers the opportunity to expand your expertise across multiple specialist areas while working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied paediatric caseload including neonates and premature infants. Provide nutritional support for Home Enteral Feeding (HEF) patients, including babies and children. Support patients with coeliac disease and faltering growth. Deliver high-quality clinical assessments and tailored nutritional interventions. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams. Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional standards. Qualifications and Experience Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Have experience working as a paediatric dietitian at Band 6 level or equivalent. Demonstrate strong clinical knowledge across paediatric and neonatal nutrition. Experience with Home Enteral Feeding is essential. Familiarity with Cerner or EMIS systems would be advantageous but is not essential. Possess excellent communication 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 excl

Job Title: Locum Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist– Birmingham Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Birmingham – Citywide Community Services Start Date: ASAP Salary: £27.50–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Full-time or part-time Contract Duration: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6/7 Specialist Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a community-based service in Birmingham on a locum basis for an initial period of three months. The successful candidate will provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention for children, young people and their families across a range of community settings, including clinics, Child Development Centres, educational settings and patients’ homes. Working as part of multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams, you will contribute to the holistic assessment, diagnosis and intervention of children and young people within the Neurodevelopmental Pathway. You will deliver highly specialist interventions in line with agreed packages of care and clinical pathways, while working collaboratively with families, carers and other professionals. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the Neurodevelopmental Pathway, support service improvement and demonstrate clinical leadership across Birmingham. With an immediate start available, flexible full-time or part-time working options and an initial three-month contract, this is an excellent opportunity for a specialist clinician seeking their next locum position. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessments and interventions for children and young people within community settings across Birmingham. Support the holistic assessment, diagnosis and intervention of children and young people within the Neurodevelopmental Pathway. Deliver highly specialist interventions in line with agreed clinical pathways and packages of care. Work

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: 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 7 Speech and Language Therapist – Wood Street Health Centre, London Banding: Band 7 Location: Wood Street Health Centre, 6 Linford Road, London, E17 3LA Start Date: ASAP Salary: £20.00–£32.00 per hour Working Hours: Part-time or full-time Contract Duration: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a service based at Wood Street Health Centre in London on a locum basis for an initial period of three months. This role focuses on supporting children and young people with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will work collaboratively with education, health and social care professionals to promote inclusive practice, improve access to learning, and ensure children receive appropriate support to meet their individual communication needs. The successful candidate will provide specialist advice and professional input to Education Inclusion Panels, SEND Panels and multi-disciplinary decision-making forums. You will contribute to placement decisions, early intervention planning and targeted support, helping mainstream educational settings reduce barriers to learning and improve children's participation, attendance and engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist seeking a varied locum role where they can use their clinical expertise to influence service delivery, support inclusive education and improve outcomes for children and young people with SEND. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist advice and professional input to Education Inclusion Panels, SEND Panels and multi-disciplinary decision-making forums to support placement decisions, early intervention planning and inclusive practice. Attend and contribute to Education Panel meetings, presenting professional assessments and advising on speech, language and communication nee

Job Title: Locum Band 5/6 Speech and Language Therapist – Uxbridge, London Banding: Band 5/6 Location: Beaufort House, Uxbridge (base location, with work across different settings throughout the borough) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £20.00–£28.00 per hour Working Hours: Part-time or full-time Duration: 3 months Job Overview We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a community-based children's service in Uxbridge. This is an exciting locum opportunity for a Band 5 or Band 6 therapist to support predominantly preschool children presenting with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Based at Beaufort House, the successful candidate will work across a range of community settings, including Children's Centres and community clinics throughout the borough. You will play a key role in the early identification, assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with communication difficulties, helping to improve their developmental outcomes through early intervention and tailored therapy programmes. The role involves working closely with parents, carers, educational staff and other professionals to provide practical advice, training and support. You will also contribute to service development, quality governance and the ongoing delivery of high-quality care. Depending on experience, the successful candidate may also support and mentor less experienced therapists, assistants and volunteers. This opportunity is ideal for a proactive and compassionate Speech and Language Therapist who is passionate about early intervention, safeguarding children and supporting families to develop effective communication strategies. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide assessment services for predominantly preschool children with speech, language and communication needs across Children's Centres and community clinics. Assess, diagnose and deliver individualised therapy packages to support children's communication and lan

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 – Shropshire & Telford Child Development Centres Banding: Band 6/7 Location: Shrewsbury & Telford, Shropshire Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months Salary: £27.50–£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 Child Development Centres across Shropshire and Telford on a locum basis. This is a 6-month opportunity suitable for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist, with part-time and full-time hours available. The successful candidate will primarily work within Child Development Centres, supporting the assessment and diagnostic pathway for children and young people with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is an excellent opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist with experience working with children and young people who have autism and/or complex communication needs. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing specialist Speech and Language Therapy expertise to the assessment and diagnosis process and supporting children and their families throughout their care journey. The role will be based across the following locations: Shropshire Child Development Centre The Monkmoor Campus Woodcote Way Monkmoor Shrewsbury SY2 5SH Tel: 01743 730131 Telford Child Development Centre The Stepping Stones Centre Brunel Road Malinslee Telford Shropshire TF3 2BF Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input within Child Development Centres. Contribute to the assessment and diagnostic pathway for children and young people with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Assess children’s speech, language, communication and social communication needs. Provide specialist clinical observations and assessments to support multidisciplinary diagnostic decision-making. Work collaboratively with paediatricians, psychologists, nurses and other members