Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist
Pulse HealthcarePreston, Lancashire, United Kingdom · Posted 1 month agoDescription
Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Adult Community Team – Preston
Banding: Band 6
Location: Ribbleton Clinic, Preston
Start Date: ASAP
Hourly Rate: £24.00–£27.50 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (37.5 hours per week or part-time equivalent)
Contract Duration: 3 months
Job Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join a community-based Adult Speech and Language Therapy team in Preston. Based at Ribbleton Clinic, this locum opportunity offers both full-time and part-time working options for an initial three-month contract.
The successful candidate will provide specialist assessment and intervention for adults presenting with communication and swallowing difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for a therapist with dysphagia competencies and community experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care within a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Deliver specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment, diagnosis and intervention for adults with communication and swallowing disorders.
- Manage a varied community caseload, providing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Undertake dysphagia assessments and management in line with professional competencies and national guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to support patient rehabilitation and ongoing care.
- Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records in accordance with HCPC and local service standards.
- Contribute to service development and participate in team meetings as required.
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.
- Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
- Previous experience working at Band 6 level within an adult community setting.
- Dysphagia competencies and experience managing adults with swallowing disorders.
- Experience assessing and treating adults with communication difficulties.
- Excellent communication, organisational and clinical reasoning skills.
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 match your skills and career goals. With exclusive access to locum roles across the UK, competitive rates of pay, and dedicated support throughout your placement, we provide a recruitment experience tailored to your needs.
How to Apply
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