Speech and Language Therapist

3 days ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Pulse Full time

Job Title : Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding : Band 6/7
Location : Southmead Hospital, Bristol
Working Hours : Full-time or part-time available
Start Date : ASAP
Duration : 3 months, with potential for extension
Rate : Competitive, dependent on experience Opening Paragraph :
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6/7 Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist at Southmead Hospital, Bristol. This role offers the chance to work with adults who have acquired communication and swallowing difficulties resulting from stroke, neurosurgical procedures, neurological conditions, and medical disorders. The position is available for both full-time and part-time hours, with an immediate start and a 3-month duration. The role will involve working across a variety of hospital settings, including stroke wards, medical/complex care wards, neurosciences wards, critical care, and outpatients, providing specialist SLT assessments, diagnosis, and treatment.
Responsibilities :
As a Band 6/7 Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of adults with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties due to stroke, acquired neurological conditions, neurosurgical procedures, or other medical disorders. You will manage both inpatient and outpatient caseloads, depending on the needs of the service, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care. In critical care settings or high dependency beds, you may be required to manage patients with tracheostomy or ventilator dependence, providing tailored interventions to address both communication and swallowing needs. You will be expected to pursue continuous professional development and stay up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices in speech and language therapy for adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties. Additionally, you will provide specialist advice and rehabilitation services to patients, ensuring a collaborative approach with the wider healthcare team, including primary care professionals and relevant agencies.
Qualifications and Experience :
Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist
Significant experience in adult acute speech and language therapy, particularly in communication and swallowing disorders
Experience in working with patients post-stroke, neurosurgical procedures, and neurological conditions
Ability to work across a range of settings, including stroke wards, medical/complex care, neurosciences, critical care, and outpatients
Experience managing patients with tracheostomy or ventilator dependence (desirable)
Knowledge and experience in assessing and treating both communication and swallowing difficulties
Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work autonomously
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
A commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you'll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you'll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won't find anywhere else.
We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional-not just a resource.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
JBRP1_UKTJ

  • Speech & Language Therapist

    5 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Panoramic Care Full time

    **Job Title**:Speech & Language Therapist (complex needs) **Location**:Bristol area **Duration**:Permanent role **Salary**:£40,000/Year **Type**:On-site with some travel We are seeking to hire a Positive Behaviour Specialist. The community-based speech-language therapist will assist people with neurological illnesses, learning impairments, mental...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    3 days ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Full time

    Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.8/5 and over 500+ reviews have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced NHS Speech and Language Therapist to join a well-established Speech & Language Therapy team based in Bristol. Specialism/Team: Community Job Type & Hours: Locum ongoing...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.8/5 and over 500+ reviews have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced NHS Speech and Language Therapist to join a well-established Speech & Language Therapy team based in Bristol. Specialism/Team: Community Job Type & Hours: Locum ongoing...

  • Rotational Speech and Language Therapist

    6 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We have a fantastic job opportunity for a speech and language therapist looking to begin or advance their career working with adults with swallowing and communication difficulties. This role is a rotational post and provides an excellent grounding in a wide range of clinical areas. Rotations will cover: The acute general medical team - Bristol Royal...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Full time

    Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.8/5 and over 500+ reviews have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced NHS Speech and Language Therapist to join a well-established Speech & Language Therapy team based in Bristol.Specialism/Team: CommunityJob Type & Hours: Locum ongoing...

  • Speech & Language Therapist New

    5 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Panoramic Care Full time

    **Job Title**: Speech & Language Therapist (complex needs) **Location**: Bristol area **Duration**: Permanent role **Salary**: £40,000/Year **Type**: On-site with some travel We are seeking to hire a Positive Behaviour Specialist. The community-based speech-language therapist will assist people with neurological illnesses, learning impairments, mental...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    1 month ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Speech and Language TherapistWe are seeking a Speech and Language Therapist to join our dynamic provision for young people with complex communication and associated difficulties. The main purpose of the role is to provide specialist support and therapy to enable individuals to achieve their full potential.Key Responsibilities:...

  • Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Active Care Group Full time

    About the RoleActive Care Group is recruiting a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team at Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for providing management, clinical supervision, and training to junior Speech and...

  • Senior Speech and Language Therapist

    3 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Active Care Group Full time

    Job summary Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. Main duties of the job Are you an experienced Speech and Language Therapist seeking an opportunity to develop your leadership skills? About us Active Care Group...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    3 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Priory Healthcare Full time

    Job summary This is a role for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist who has experience in neurological disorders and communication difficulties. We are looking for someone to provide highly specialised assessment and therapy for dysphagia and communication impairments to a wide range of adult clients with mental health diagnoses and complex...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    3 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Priory Group Full time

    Speech and Language Therapist Reference PRI94091 Location Priory Hospital Bristol, Heath House Lane, Stapleton, BS16 1EQ Priory Group Division Healthcare Salary Up to £45 per hour Hours Up to 7.5 per week Vacancy Type Sessional Job Advert Role Description The Priory purpose is to make a real and lasting...

  • Pediatric Speech and Language Therapist Opportunity in Bristol

    2 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job Overview: Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Pediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and young people with complex communication needs, providing integrated Speech and Language Therapy services.Key Responsibilities: Plan, provide, and develop an integrated...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    5 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

    Would you like to start your career in a large and supportive team of Speech and Language Therapists? Are you keen to develop a broad base of skills in management of acquired communication and swallowing disorders in a range of adult caseloads? There is a well-established supervision and appraisal structure and opportunities for learning and support from...

  • Adult Rehab Speech and Language Therapist Position

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. As a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist, you will be working within the Respiratory & Critical care pathways, providing a communication and dysphagia service to in-patients.Main Responsibilities:Working with tracheostomised...

  • Operational Lead Speech

    5 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting new challenge has arisen for highly skilled speech and language therapist (SALT) to join Oxleas NHS trust in our South West prisons. This is a brand-new service and we are looking for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to lead on setting up a clinical model and pathway within our Bristol, South Gloucestershire & Wiltshire (BSGW), Devon,...

  • Speech and Language Therapist

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Role Overview:We are seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd. The successful candidate will work with 7-19 year olds with complex communication and associated difficulties.Main Responsibilities:Plan, provide, and further develop integrated Speech and Language Therapy services to meet the...

  • Speech and Language Therapy Professional

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are seeking a skilled Speech and Language Therapist to offer professional support to our dynamic provision for 7-19 year olds with complex communication difficulties.Key responsibilities include developing and delivering integrated Speech and Language Therapy services, leading training for the education team, and writing SMART targets.Successful...

  • Adult Rehab Speech and Language Therapist Specialized Role

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job Title: Adult Rehab Speech and Language Therapist Specialized RoleAbout the Job:We are seeking a highly skilled Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in the Adult Speech & Language Therapies Department at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will work within the Respiratory & Critical Care pathways,...

  • Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy Assistant

    6 months ago

    Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you passionate about working with children? Do you have an interest in hospital work? Come and join our friendly and dynamic Children’s Speech and Language Therapy team in Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. We work with acutely unwell children from across the South West of England and from Wales, with children who need more ongoing...

  • Respiratory Specialist Speech Therapist

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Speech and Language Therapist to join our team at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. As a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist, you will work within the Respiratory & Critical care pathways, providing a communication and dysphagia service to in-patients.Key Skills and...