Band 6 Locum Acute Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist – Band 6

Location:

West London University Hospital  

Area:

West London NHS  
 

Salary:

£Negotiable  

Job Type:

Locum  

Contract Length:

Ongoing  

Brief Job Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join an acute hospital service at West London University Hospital. This role is primarily based on the acute wards, with some cross-cover to the stroke unit as required. The post holder will deliver high-quality dysphagia assessment and rehabilitation, alongside some communication input, working autonomously within a busy acute caseload.
 

Key Responsibilities  

About You

You will be a confident and experienced Speech and Language Therapist, competent in managing dysphagia within an acute hospital setting. You will be comfortable working independently, prioritising a varied caseload, and contributing positively to multidisciplinary working.
 

Requirements  

• Provide specialist dysphagia assessment and management for adult inpatients.
   

• Deliver rehabilitation programmes to support safe swallowing and nutritional intake.
   

• Provide communication assessment and intervention where required.
   

• Work autonomously across acute wards, with occasional cross-cover to the stroke unit.
   

• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient outcomes.
   

• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with NHS and professional standards.
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    Desirable Skills  

    • Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
       

    • Current HCPC registration.
       

    • Dysphagia competency and ability to manage an acute caseload autonomously.
       

    • Experience working on acute hospital wards.
       

    • Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organisational skills.
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    How to Apply

    If you are a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist with strong dysphagia experience and are looking for a locum role in West London, please apply using the form on the page.

    Code: U. 014001.B 19453

    • Locum contract – ongoing
       

    • Full time: 37.5 hours per week
       

    • Monday to Friday
       

    • Typical hours: 08:00 – 16:00
       

    • Flexible start and finish times may be considered
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    Contract & Working Pattern  

    • Videofluoroscopy competency.
       

    • Tracheostomy competency.