Speech and Language Therapist (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 51,143 - 72,840; Full time

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Circle Rehabilitation in Birmingham seeks a Speech and Language Therapist to join the team on a bank basis. You will work in the Rehabilitation department with flexible shifts, delivering assessments and evidence-based therapy to patients.

The role requires HCPC registration, a relevant degree (BSc or MSc) and experience with communication or swallowing disorders. It offers supportive multidisciplinary collaboration and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• HLT qualification and HCPC registration.
• Experience with speech, language or swallowing disorders.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments of speech, language, communication and swallowing.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, dietetic and therapy teams to provide patient-centred care.
• Educate patients and carers on therapy strategies and safe swallowing.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with policies.
• Support the use of AAC tools where appropriate.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist (Bank)
Circle Rehabilitation - Birmingham
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £45.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Circle Rehabilitation is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Speech and Language Therapist to join their team of staff in the Rehabilitation department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• Conduct detailed assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing functions using a variety of clinical tools and techniques.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient goals, including communication therapy, voice therapy, and dysphagia management.
• Collaborate with medical teams, nursing staff, dietitians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and psychologists to deliver coordinated, patient‑centred care.
• Educate patients, families, and carers about therapy strategies, communication aids, and safe swallowing practices.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical documentation in line with HCPC, RCSLT, and organisational policies.
• Recommend and support the use of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) tools and resources.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• BSc (Hons) or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with communication and/or swallowing disorders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.