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About the Role
Seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) for a mental health ward at Edgware Hospital. This 3-month locum opportunity is suitable for a Band 6 or Band 7 therapist, offering part-time and full-time hours. The role involves providing specialist support for patients with communication difficulties and dysphagia, assessing and supporting swallowing, and identifying communication challenges in a mental health setting. Ideal for a therapist with dysphagia experience, confident in multidisciplinary teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention for patients on a mental health ward.
- Undertake dysphagia assessments and provide appropriate recommendations to support safe and effective swallowing.
- Assess and support patients experiencing a range of communication difficulties.
- Develop and implement individualised therapy and management plans based on patients’ needs.
- Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient-centred care.
- Provide advice and guidance to patients, carers and other professionals regarding communication and swallowing needs.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and patient reviews where appropriate.
Requirements
- A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
- Previous experience working with dysphagia, including dysphagia assessment and management.
- Experience supporting patients with communication difficulties.
- The ability to work effectively within a mental health or hospital-based setting.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and multidisciplinary working skills.
- A proactive, adaptable and patient-centred approach to clinical practice.
Skills
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Dysphagia assessment and management
- Communication difficulties support
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Clinical record keeping
- Patient-centred care
Location
- Edgware
Work Type
- Locum
- Part-time
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Band 6/7
- Experienced
Education Level
- Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent)
Salary/Compensations
- £24.00–£32.00 per hour
Benefits
- Personalised and supportive recruitment experience
- Exclusive access to roles across the UK
About the Company
- Pulse focuses entirely on you, with specialist consultants committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations.
- We offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.
Equal Opportunity
- If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.
- Please note that 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 World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.