Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 6 / 7

Location: Birmingham

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing Contract

Hourly Rate: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time Considered

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist to join a community-based children's service in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled clinician to provide specialist face-to-face assessments for children and young people with speech, language, and communication needs. The successful candidate will work independently within community clinics, delivering high-quality assessments, detailed clinical reports, and evidence-based recommendations to support positive outcomes for children and their families.

The role is ideally suited to a Speech and Language Therapist who is confident managing an independent caseload and experienced in the use of a range of standardised paediatric assessment tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive face-to-face community assessments for children with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
• Complete detailed assessments and formulate appropriate intervention recommendations.
• Manage an independent paediatric caseload efficiently and effectively.
• Utilise a range of standardised assessment tools to support clinical decision-making and treatment planning.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers, educational settings, and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Produce high-quality clinical reports and recommendations.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where required.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Previous experience working within paediatric Speech and Language Therapy services.
• Experience conducting face-to-face community-based assessments.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload.
• Proficiency in the use of:
• DEEP
• CELF-4
• CELF-5
• Pre-School CELF
• RAPT
• Excellent assessment, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment 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.

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