Overview
Job Title: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist – Dysphagia, Complex Needs & AAC Banding: Band 7 Department: Speech & Language Therapy Service Contract Type: Locum Working Pattern: Monday–Friday Job Overview Pulse is recruiting a Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join a dynamic and supportive Speech & Language Therapy service. This role focuses on delivering expert assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia, complex communication needs, and AAC requirements. You will work as an autonomous clinician, providing specialist input across a range of clinical presentations and contributing to MDT pathways that support individuals with long‑term, progressive, and complex conditions. Key Responsibilities Provide highly specialist assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia, complex communication needs, and AAC Lead on complex case management and
Full job description
Full Job Description
Job Title: Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist – Dysphagia, Complex Needs & AAC
Banding: Band 7
Department: Speech & Language Therapy Service
Contract Type: Locum
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday
Job Overview
Pulse is recruiting a Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist to join a dynamic and supportive Speech & Language Therapy service. This role focuses on delivering expert assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia, complex communication needs, and AAC requirements.
You will work as an autonomous clinician, providing specialist input across a range of clinical presentations and contributing to MDT pathways that support individuals with long‑term, progressive, and complex conditions.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide highly specialist assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia, complex communication needs, and AAC
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Lead on complex case management and clinical decision‑making
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Support MDT colleagues across acute, community, and specialist settings
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Contribute to service development and pathway improvement
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Provide clinical supervision to junior staff and assistants
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Maintain accurate, high‑quality clinical documentation
Requirements
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HCPC‑registered Speech & Language Therapist
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Significant experience working with dysphagia, complex needs, and AAC
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Ability to work independently at a highly specialist level
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Strong MDT communication and leadership skills
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Experience supervising junior clinicians (desirable)
Why Pulse?
Pulse offers a specialist, personalised recruitment experience. Our consultants understand your clinical field and work closely with you to secure roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. We provide access to exclusive opportunities and ongoing support throughout your placement.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role or would like to explore similar opportunities, please get in touch or submit your CV to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know so we can support you appropriately.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note: We are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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