Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Pulse Healthcare; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking an experienced Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join the Frailty Expansion Ward in Aberdeen. The role targets a Band 7 SALT or an experienced Band 6, delivering assessments and interventions for adults in an acute hospital setting.

You will manage dysphagia and communication needs, work within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to safe, person-centred care. The assignment is initially three months with a view to extension.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the RCSLT.
• Previous experience in an adult acute hospital setting.
• Strong clinical experience in acute dysphagia assessment and management.
• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, organisational and clinical decision‑making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with swallowing and communication difficulties in an acute hospital environment.
• Assess and manage patients with complex dysphagia and provide appropriate clinical recommendations.
• Support patients eating and drinking with acknowledged risks, with risk assessments and management plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care.
• Provide specialist advice to medical, nursing and wider healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with standards and local policies.
• Contribute to discharge planning and multidisciplinary discussions to support outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Clinical decision-making

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

RCSLT eligibility

Job description

Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Job Title: Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist – Aberdeen

Banding: Band 7 (or experienced Band 6)
Location: Aberdeen
Start Date: ASAP – 16/11/2026
End Date: 15/01/2027
Duration: 3 months, with the option to extend
Rate: £30.00–£37.00 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 (Part-time opportunity)
Department: Frailty Expansion Ward – Acute Speech and Language Therapy

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join an established Speech and Language Therapy team within the Frailty Expansion Ward in Aberdeen.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist or an experienced Band 6 therapist to provide specialist assessment and intervention to adult patients within an acute hospital setting.

The successful candidate will have strong clinical experience in acute dysphagia management, including supporting patients with eating and drinking with acknowledged risks. You will play a key role in supporting patients with complex swallowing and communication needs, working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and person-centred care.

The assignment is initially for three months, with the possibility of extension for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of adult patients presenting with swallowing and communication difficulties within an acute hospital environment.
• Assess and manage patients with complex dysphagia, providing appropriate clinical recommendations and interventions.
• Support patients who are eating and drinking with acknowledged risks, ensuring appropriate risk assessments and management plans are in place.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support safe and effective patient care.
• Provide specialist advice and recommendations to medical, nursing and wider healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with professional standards and local policies.
• Contribute to discharge planning and multidisciplinary discussions to support positive patient outcomes.

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 eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Previous experience working within an adult acute hospital setting.
• Strong clinical experience in acute dysphagia assessment and management.
• Experience supporting patients with eating and drinking with acknowledged risks.
• The ability to work independently and confidently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills.

Why Choose Pulse?

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