Band 6 or Band 7 – Remote Speech and Language Therapy – Newton

Pulse Healthcare Services; Newton-le-Willows; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare Services is seeking a Remote Speech and Language Therapist to support children with communication difficulties in Newton. The role involves assessing and treating paediatric clients, developing therapy plans, and working with families and schools to enhance development. You will maintain records, join multidisciplinary meetings, and stay current with best practices in teletherapy, all within a remote, UK-based assignment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Experience in a similar NHS post is preferred.
• Master's degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of paediatric speech, language and communication disorders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with teletherapy platforms and technology.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and up-to-date best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of paediatric clients and plan therapy.
• Develop and implement therapy plans; monitor progress.
• Collaborate with families, educators and health professionals for holistic support.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Stay updated with current guidelines and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Teletherapy platforms

Education

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

Teletherapy platforms

Job description

Job Title: Remote Speech and Language Therapist Location: Newton

Banding: Band 6 or Band 7 Start: ASAP Duration: 3 months Rate: £24 - £32 per hour Working hours: Monday to Friday

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Remote Speech and Language Therapist to join our client's team in Newton. This role involves supporting children with speech, language, and communication difficulties through assessment and therapy. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing the communication abilities and overall development of children in their care.

What will your responsibilities be:

The Remote Speech and Language Therapist will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing and implementing therapy plans, and monitoring progress. This role includes collaborating with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support. The therapist will also be involved in maintaining accurate records, participating in multidisciplinary meetings, and staying updated with best practices in paediatric speech and language therapy.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Relevant registration with a professional body (e.g., HCPC)


• Experience working in a similar post within the NHS


• Qualified to Master's Degree in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent


• Strong understanding of paediatric speech, language, and communication disorders


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team


• Proficiency in using teletherapy platforms and technology


• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with the latest research and best practices in the field

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.