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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 clinical decision‑making
Support MDT colleagues across acute, community, and specialist settings
Contribute to service development and pathway improvement
Provide clinical supervision to junior staff and assistants
Maintain accurate, high‑quality clinical documentation

Requirements

HCPC‑registered Speech & Language Therapist
Significant experience working with dysphagia, complex needs
, and
AAC
Ability to work independently at a highly specialist level
Strong MDT communication and leadership skills
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.

Band 7 Highly Specialist Speech and Language Therapist