Senior Speech & Language Therapist – Part-Time Locum

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible locum opportunities

Competitive rates

Ongoing support

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist post-16 educational setting in Harrow on a locum basis. The role focuses on learners aged 16 to 25 with SLCN, including DLD and ASC, delivering targeted interventions and shaping communication profiles.

The position offers a flexible, part-time arrangement (1 day per week initially) with competitive hourly rates and ongoing professional support from Pulse’s specialist consultants.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration or eligibility with RCSLT.
• Experience with diverse SLCN (ASC, DLD) and complex profiles.
• Experience with pre-verbal communication and functional skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SALT assessments and develop communication profiles for learners.
• Create and implement individualised therapy plans.
• Train and support staff to deliver targeted communication strategies.
• Support learners with a range of needs (neurodiversity, DLD, ASC).
• Contribute to emotional regulation, social communication and independence goals.
• Assist learners in developing daily living and community/work skills.

Skills

SALT expertise

Clinical assessment

Staff training

Communication

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join a specialist post-16 educational setting in Harrow on a locum basis. The role focuses on learners aged 16 to 25 with SLCN, including DLD and ASC, delivering targeted interventions and shaping communication profiles.

The position offers a flexible, part-time arrangement (1 day per week initially) with competitive hourly rates and ongoing professional support from Pulse’s specialist consultants.