Band 6/7 Adult Speech & Language Therapist - Communication & Dysphagia

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat adults with communication, swallowing, and voice disorders
• Manage caseloads including: - Progressive neurological conditions - Stroke - Traumatic brain injury - Dementia - Respiratory conditions - Voice disorders - Dysphagia of unknown aetiology
• Provide intervention across clinics, care homes, community hospitals, and patients' own homes
• Contribute to MDT working and care planning
• Delegate appropriate tasks to clinical assistants or newly qualified therapists
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

Requirements

• HCPC‑registered Speech & Language Therapist
• Experience working with adults with acquired communication and swallowing difficulties
• Confident managing dysphagia caseloads at Band 6 or Band 7 level
• Ability to travel across community locations (no remote working available)
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
• Hours & Availability
• Full‑time or part‑time considered
• Monday-Friday
• Why Pulse?
• How to Apply
• If you're interested in this role or would like to explore similar opportunities, please get in touch or submit your CV to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.
• Reasonable Adjustments
• If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know so we can support you appropriately.
• International Recruitment Notice
• Please note: 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 WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title: Adult Speech & Language Therapist - Communication & Dysphagia Banding: Band 6 or Band 7 (depending on experience) Department: Adult SLT Team Location: Community‑based across Cambridgeshire Possible Bases: Peterborough, Huntingdon, Cambridge, Wisbech, Doddington or Ely Contract Type: Locum Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, full‑time or part‑time Job Overview Pulse is now recruiting Band 6 or Band 7 Adult Speech & Language Therapists to support the Adult SLT Team within OPAC across Cambridgeshire. This role is focused on reducing waiting lists and providing timely assessment and intervention for adults with a wide range of acquired communication and swallowing difficulties. You will work across multiple community settings, delivering high‑quality, face‑to‑face clinical care to patients with complex and varied presentations. This is an excellent opportunity for clinicians confident working independently and managing diverse caseloads.

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