Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6/7

Location: West Midlands

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £24.00–£32.00 per hour

Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a community service across the West Midlands. This role involves working with children with eating, drinking, and swallowing difficulties, providing specialist assessment and intervention across a range of community settings.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist with paediatric dysphagia experience who is confident working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will play a vital role in ensuring safe, effective swallowing management and improving quality of life for children and their families.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric dysphagia and associated speech, language, and communication needs.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy and feeding plans in line with clinical guidelines.
• Work closely with families, carers, and education/health professionals to ensure safe swallowing strategies are followed.
• Provide specialist advice, training, and support to parents, carers, and staff in managing dysphagia.
• Manage a caseload independently across community settings, including homes, schools, and clinics.
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records in accordance with professional standards.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and membership (or eligibility) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Significant experience working with paediatric dysphagia.
• Strong knowledge of swallowing assessment and management in children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload.

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