Adult Head and Neck Speech and Language Therapist

The role

This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. You will work within multidisciplinary teams across Head & Neck, ENT, Stroke, and Neurosciences pathways.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders (including dysphagia).
• Work with patients across acute pathways including Head & Neck, ENT, Stroke, and Neurosciences.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual patient needs.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with professional standards.
• Participate in team meetings, ward rounds, and discharge planning.

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration and membership (or eligibility) with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Proven experience in dysphagia assessment and management.
• Experience working within stroke or neurosciences caseloads.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in acute settings.

Nice to have

• Experience in Head & Neck or ENT settings is desirable.
• Knowledge or experience in voice therapy is advantageous.

About the company

Pulse is a recruitment agency with specialist consultants who understand your profession and offer exclusive access to roles across the UK.