Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Pulse
London

Job Title: Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: East London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £24.00–£35.00 hourly rate
Working Hours: Full time / Part time

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a dynamic team in a major trauma hospital in East London. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of acute adult settings, including general medical and neurosciences wards, supporting patients with complex communication and swallowing needs.

You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for adults with acquired communication deficits and complex dysphagia. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to patient recovery and rehabilitation in a fast-paced acute environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:
• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in an acute hospital setting.
• Provide specialist intervention for patients with complex dysphagia and acquired communication impairments.
• Work across general medical and neurosciences wards as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment and management plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, discharge planning, and patient reviews.

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 working with acute adult patients.
• Experience managing complex dysphagia and acquired communication disorders.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:
• Experience with tracheostomy and ventilated patients.
• Competency in Videofluoroscopy and/or FEES.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in registering with Pulse, learning more about this role, or exploring other opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply using the link below.

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 providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.

International Recruitment Notice

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Posted 2026-03-21

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