Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Locum Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: 6
Location: Barnet, North London
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing Contract
Rate: £345 Daily Pay Rate

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Speech and Language Therapist to join our adult community team in Barnet, North London. This is an ongoing, full-time role with a focus on routine dysphagia work. The role primarily involves completing initial and follow-up assessments for patients in their homes and nursing homes. You will be expected to drive between locations for assessments, though follow-up assessments can be conducted remotely. This is a great opportunity for someone with expertise in dysphagia management and who enjoys working with adult patients in a community setting.

Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for conducting initial and follow-up assessments for patients with dysphagia in their homes and nursing homes. Based on these assessments, you will develop and implement individualized treatment plans. You will provide interventions for adult patients with swallowing difficulties and communication disorders while working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective care and outcomes. Additionally, you will liaise with family members and carers to support treatment and care plans. Follow-up assessments will be delivered remotely when appropriate. You will be expected to keep accurate and up-to-date patient records, participate in team meetings and supervision sessions, and adhere to professional and ethical standards of practice.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist.
• Extensive experience in dysphagia management, particularly within the adult community setting.
• Previous experience in a locum or community-based role is desirable.
• Valid UK driving license and access to a car.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to remote working for follow-up assessments when required.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain).

Why Work with Pulse?
At Pulse, our priority is you. From the moment you register with us, we focus entirely on your needs and goals. During our first conversation, you'll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are committed to finding you the best opportunities and providing support every step of the way to help you secure the perfect placement. With preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you'll have access to exclusive roles that aren't available anywhere else.

We believe in putting your best interests first, engaging in meaningful conversations, and truly listening to what matters most to you. You are an individual and 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 the appropriate support to you throughout the recruitment process and into your work placement.

Please note: 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 Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.