Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Pulse HealthcareBedfordshire, United Kingdom · Posted 3 months agoDescription
Job Title: Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Bedfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £27.00 – £32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Job Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join a busy acute service in Bedfordshire. This locum opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 or Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist with experience working within adult acute settings and a passion for delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
In this role, you will work with adult inpatients presenting with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties, supporting patients across acute wards as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be confident managing acute caseloads independently and contributing to the delivery of effective assessment, treatment, and discharge planning within a fast-paced hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties within an acute hospital setting.
• Deliver evidence-based assessment and intervention plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and effective patient care and discharge planning.
• Manage and prioritise a varied acute caseload independently.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC and local standards.
• Contribute to service development initiatives, team meetings, and clinical discussions where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, you must have:
• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Previous experience working within an adult acute setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience managing adult inpatient caseloads.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Why Choose Pulse?
From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to suit your skills and career aspirations. With exclusive access to locum roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience every step of the way.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring other Speech and Language Therapy opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note that 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 World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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