Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist

Pulse Healthcare; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare seeks a Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist for a specialist service in the North West of England. You will support neonates and infants with complex feeding and swallowing difficulties, providing high-quality, evidence-based dysphagia assessment and intervention.

This role suits an experienced Band 6 therapist seeking specialist development, or a Band 7 clinician with neonatal feeding expertise, working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience in paediatric neonatal dysphagia and infant feeding.
• Postgraduate training in neonatal/infant dysphagia assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage neonatal and paediatric dysphagia.
• Deliver infant feeding and dysphagia assessments in neonatal and paediatric settings.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans with families and teams.
• Provide clinical advice and training to colleagues and carers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and participate in MDT meetings.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

HCPC registration

RCSLT eligibility

Job description

Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist

North West of England

Job Title: Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6 / 7
Location: North West of England
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £24.00 – £32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (flexible)

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Paediatric Neonatal Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist healthcare service in the North West of England. This role focuses on supporting neonates and infants with complex feeding and swallowing difficulties, delivering high-quality, evidence-based dysphagia assessment and intervention.

This opportunity is suitable for an experienced Band 6 therapist looking to develop specialist skills, or a Band 7 clinician with established expertise in neonatal and infant feeding. You will work closely within a multidisciplinary team to support some of the most vulnerable patients and their families, ensuring safe and effective feeding outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Assess, diagnose, and manage neonatal and paediatric dysphagia, including complex feeding and swallowing difficulties.

Deliver specialist infant feeding and dysphagia assessments in neonatal and paediatric settings.

Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Provide clinical advice, training, and support to colleagues and carers where appropriate.

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and service development initiatives.

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).

Proven experience in paediatric neonatal dysphagia and/or infant feeding.

Relevant postgraduate training or qualifications in dysphagia assessment for neonates and infants.

Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.

A proactive, flexible, and reflective approach to clinical practice.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand the Speech and Language Therapy profession and are dedicated to finding opportunities that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience every step of the way.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to ensuring you receive the support you need throughout your journey with us.

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