Paediatric Dysphagia Speech and Language Therapist

The role

You will assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric dysphagia and feeding difficulties. You will provide speech and language therapy assessment and intervention for children with communication and swallowing needs.

What you will do

• Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric dysphagia and feeding difficulties in line with professional guidelines and competencies.
• Provide specialist speech and language therapy assessment and intervention for children with communication and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each child's needs.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, education staff, and multidisciplinary teams to support effective care planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with HCPC and local service standards.
• Contribute to case discussions, reviews, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide advice, training, and support to parents, carers, and other professionals where appropriate.

Required qualifications

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• Current HCPC registration.
• Membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• Previous experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist within paediatric services.
• Demonstrable experience and competency in the assessment and management of paediatric dysphagia.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

About the company

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