Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Bedfordshire
Job Title: Locum Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Bedfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: £27.00 – £32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Job Overview
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Adult Acute Speech and Language Therapist to join a busy acute service in Bedfordshire. This locum opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 or Band 7 Speech and Language Therapist with experience working within adult acute settings and a passion for delivering high‑quality patient‑centred care.
In this role, you will work with adult inpatients presenting with a range of communication and swallowing difficulties, supporting patients across acute wards as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be confident managing acute caseloads independently and contributing to the delivery of effective assessment, treatment, and discharge planning within a fast‑paced hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and manage adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing difficulties within an acute hospital setting.
- Deliver evidence-based assessment and intervention plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe and effective patient care and discharge planning.
- Manage and prioritise a varied acute caseload independently.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with HCPC and local standards.
- Contribute to service development initiatives, team meetings, and clinical discussions where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
- A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- Previous experience working within an adult acute setting.
- Strong clinical knowledge and experience managing adult inpatient caseloads.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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