Lead Speech & Language Therapist

Pulse; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Lead Speech & Language Therapist to enhance communication skills of pupils in specialist schools. The role includes strategic leadership, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and strong safeguarding commitments. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Speech & Language Therapy and experience with complex needs. The position offers a 4-day work week and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Access to mental health support

4-day working week

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy is required.
• HCPC registration is necessary.
• Experience with intellectual disabilities and complex trauma needed.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within service policies and procedures.
• Collaborate within MDT and Clinical Governance for service development.
• Ensure strong safeguarding culture and respect pupils' voices.

Skills

Experience managing multidisciplinary teams

Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

Strategic leadership skills

Collaborative working skills

Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills

Data management skills

Education

Degree in Speech & Language Therapy

Registered with HCPC

Job description

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

Pulse has recently partnered with one of the UK’s leading providers of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. We are seeking an experienced Speech & Language Therapist to support the clinical leadership of the service. This position is based in Rutland, accessible via public transport.

About the role: As a Lead Speech & Language Therapist, you will work in two specialist secondary schools to develop pupils' communication and interaction skills and manage their physical and sensory needs. The goal is to positively impact their social, emotional, and mental health and enhance their engagement in learning across the curriculum.

What’s in it for you:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
• Access to mental health support services and health checks
• A 4-day working week with full pay (*T&C's apply)
• Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, offering health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, and critical illness cover

Your main responsibilities:

• Work independently within service policies and procedures
• Collaborate within MDT and Clinical Governance structures to support service development and quality assurance
• Maintain a strong safeguarding culture and ensure pupils' voices are heard and respected

Requirements:

• Degree in Speech & Language Therapy (SaLT)
• Registered with HCPC
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism, including complex trauma, mental health needs, or challenging behaviors
• Strategic leadership skills
• Collaborative working skills with key partners
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Relevant professional development
• Post-qualification experience with adults
• Experience in lecturing, teaching, or training
• Data management skills for service delivery and development projects

Why work with Pulse?

• Dedicated and experienced team with strong client relationships
• Access to exclusive vacancies through Master Vendor trusts
• Opportunities outside NHS rate caps and in the private sector
• International roles outside the UK