About the role
Job Title: Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist – Community Teams
Banding: Band 7 (Capped)
Location: Shrewsbury, Telford, and Oswestry
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: 7.5-hour shifts, Monday to Friday (Full-time, 37.5 hours per week)
Contract Type: Locum – 3 months with potential of contract extension.
Speciality: Community Speech and Language Therapy
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist to join community teams across Shrewsbury, Telford, and Oswestry. This locum role offers a full-time schedule over 3 months, providing essential support to patients in community settings.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality speech and language therapy services, with a particular focus on dysphagia management.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide assessment and intervention for patients with communication and swallowing difficulties
- Deliver therapy across multiple community sites (Shrewsbury, Telford, Oswestry)
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient care
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with professional standards
- Support service delivery and contribute to reducing waiting times
Requirements
- Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (required)
- HCPC registration (required)
- Enhanced DBS clearance (required)
- Dysphagia competence (essential)
- Car driver preferred due to community travel requirements
- Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills
Why Pulse?
At Pulse, we put you first. Our dedicated consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding roles that match your skills and career goals. With exclusive access to opportunities across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience.
How to Apply
If you're interested in this role or would like to explore other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us directly to speak with one of our specialist consultants.
Reasonable Adjustments
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