Paediatric Neonates Speech and Language Therapist

Banding: Band 7
Location: Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Wrexham
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £26.00–£32.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time or part-time
Contract Duration: 3 months, with the option to extend

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Band 7 Paediatric Neonatal Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a specialist clinical team in Wrexham on a locum basis.

The successful candidate will have specialist neonatal skills and experience supporting infants with complex feeding, swallowing and communication needs. The role will be predominantly based at Wrexham Maelor Hospital, with an expectation to provide additional cover at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd and Ysbyty Gwynedd.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to utilise their specialist neonatal expertise, contribute to high-quality patient care and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across multiple hospital sites.

With an immediate start available, flexible full-time or part-time working arrangements and the possibility of extending the initial three-month contract, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician seeking their next locum position.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Assess and manage infants with feeding and swallowing difficulties within a neonatal setting.
• Provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy input for neonates with complex feeding needs.
• Develop and implement individualised assessment and management plans to support safe and effective feeding.
• Work collaboratively with neonatal medical teams, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Provide specialist clinical advice and recommendations to support infants' feeding, swallowing and developmental needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions, clinical reviews and discharge planning where appropriate.
• Provide clinical cover across Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd and Ysbyty Gwynedd as required.
• Support evidence-based clinical practice and contribute to the delivery of high-quality neonatal services.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• Current Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.
• Relevant clinical experience in paediatric Speech and Language Therapy.
• Specialist knowledge and experience in neonatal Speech and Language Therapy.
• Experience assessing and managing neonatal feeding and swallowing difficulties.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently at a senior clinical level and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to provide cover across the specified hospital sites.

Previous experience working within a neonatal service is essential for this specialist role.

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist 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 are an experienced Band 7 Paediatric Neonatal Speech and Language Therapist looking for your next locum opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist neonatal service in North Wales, with an immediate start, flexible working options and the potential to extend beyond the initial three-month contract.

Please apply using the link below or contact our specialist team to find out more about this opportunity.

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