Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Dewsbury

Pulse Healthcare; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Dewsbury is seeking a Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist to provide specialist services to individuals with learning disabilities, with a focus on dysphagia. Start ASAP; hours 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, for a 3-month placement on site at Fox View Hub.

You will assess communication and swallowing difficulties, develop tailored therapy plans, and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration
• Experience in SLT focusing on learning disabilities
• Dysphagia trained and competent
• Ability to work independently
• Strong assessment and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist assessment and intervention for individuals with learning disabilities, focusing on dysphagia.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated care and support to patients and families.

Skills

HCPC registration

Learning disabilities

Dysphagia management

Independent working

Team collaboration

Job description

Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Dewsbury

Dewsbury

Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Dewsbury

• Position:Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist – Dewsbury
• Banding:6
• Start Date:ASAP
• Hours:9am – 5pm (Monday to Friday)
• Duration: 3 months

Job Description:
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist with expertise in learning disabilities and dysphagia to join our team at Fox View Hub in Dewsbury. This role is focused on providing specialist speech and language therapy services to individuals with learning disabilities.

What your responsibilities will be for this Speech and Language Therapy role?

As a Band 6 Locum Speech and Language Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering specialist assessment and intervention services to individuals with learning disabilities, with a particular emphasis on dysphagia. Your duties will include conducting detailed assessments of communication and swallowing difficulties, developing and implementing tailored therapy plans, and monitoring and reviewing patient progress to ensure optimal outcomes. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated care, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to address complex needs. Additionally, you will engage with patients and their families to provide education and support regarding communication and swallowing management. Your role will be based at Fox View Hub, and while the position is primarily site-based, you may need to travel occasionally within the area.

Key Requirements:

• HCPC registration
• Experience in speech and language therapy with a focus on learning disabilities
• Dysphagia trained and competent in managing dysphagia cases
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong assessment, intervention, and communication skills