Lead Speech & Language Therapist – Band 7

Pulse Staffing Limited; Teddington; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare in Teddington, Greater London, seeks a Band 7 Speech and Language Therapy Lead to lead a clinical SLT service. You will assess, diagnose and treat a range of speech, language and swallowing disorders, and guide junior staff in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment.

The successful candidate will hold HCPC registration, a relevant degree, and extensive SLT experience, with strong analytical and collaborative skills. Start ASAP; 3-month contract; Monday–Friday, £30–£32 per hour.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Extensive experience in speech and language therapy is expected.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Ability to work independently and with a team is important.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat a range of speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement personalized therapy plans.
• Maintain meticulous records and documentation in line with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior staff.

Skills

HCPC registration

Extensive SLT experience

Analytical problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent & team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or related field

Job description

Band 7 - Speech and Language Therapy Lead - Teddington

Teddington, Greater London

Job Title:Speech and Language Therapy Lead
Banding:Band 7
Location: Teddington, Greater London
Start Date:ASAP
Duration:3 months
Rate:£30-£32 per hour
Working hours:Monday - Friday

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Band 7 Speech and Language Therapy Lead to join our esteemed client in Teddington. This role requires working in a dynamic clinical environment, where you will be responsible for leading and delivering a comprehensive range of speech and language therapy services. Your advanced expertise will be pivotal in ensuring the precision and effectiveness of therapy interventions, which are critical for improving patient communication and swallowing functions.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating a variety of speech, language, and swallowing disorders. You will develop and implement personalised therapy plans, maintain meticulous records and documentation, and ensure strict adherence to all relevant health and safety regulations. You will also collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver superior patient care and provide leadership and guidance to junior staff.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC registration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language Therapy or a related field.
• Extensive experience in speech and language therapy.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Unwavering attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.
We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

How to Apply

If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you by applying using the link below.

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.

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