Speech and Language Therapist (Dysphagia Trained) - Barnsley

Pulse Healthcare; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited seeks an experienced Speech and Language Therapist, dysphagia trained, to join a specialist adult service in Barnsley. The role focuses on assessment, intervention and management of complex swallowing disorders within a multidisciplinary team.

The successful candidate will work with adults with dysphagia, using VFSS/FEES and evidence-based practices to maximise outcomes and quality of life. Flexible full-time or part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration and current professional practice.
• Experience in adult acute Speech and Language Therapy settings.
• Dysphagia credentialing with complex swallowing management.
• Experience with instrumental swallowing assessments (VFSS/FEES) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist SLT assessment and intervention for adults with dysphagia.
• Diagnose and manage dysphagia using evidence-based practice.
• Deliver and interpret instrumental swallowing assessments (VFSS/FEES).
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Collaborate with MDT to support rehab and discharge planning.
• Educate patients, families and staff; maintain accurate records.
• Support service development, audits and quality improvement.

Skills

Dysphagia trained

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Report writing

Education

Degree in Speech and Language Therapy

Tools

VFSS

FEES

Job description

Speech and Language Therapist (Dysphagia Trained) - Barnsley

Barnsley

Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist – Dysphagia Trained

Banding: Band 6 / 7

Location: Barnsley

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing Contract

Hourly Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Considered

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Speech and Language Therapist with dysphagia competencies to join a specialist adult service in Barnsley.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing highly specialist assessment and therapy for adults with complex communication and swallowing difficulties. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, supporting patients with complex acquired conditions and delivering evidence-based interventions to maximise patient outcomes and quality of life.

The role will involve specialist dysphagia assessment and management, including participation in instrumental swallowing assessments such as Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS) and Fibreoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention for adults with complex communication and swallowing disorders.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with dysphagia using evidence-based clinical practice.
• Deliver and interpret instrumental swallowing assessments, including VFSS and FEES.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation and discharge planning.
• Provide specialist advice and education to patients, families, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Contribute to service development, audit activities, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Proven experience working within adult acute Speech and Language Therapy services.
• Dysphagia trained with demonstrable experience managing complex swallowing disorders.
• Experience working with adults presenting with communication difficulties secondary to acquired conditions.
• Experience with instrumental swallowing assessments, including VFSS and FEES, is desirable.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Choose Pulse?

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