Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist
Pulse Healthcare
London, UKView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,920 to £72,800
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Part time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You'll work with adults in the community to help them with speech and language problems. This could be after a stroke, or due to a condition like Parkinson's. It's a part-time role, so you'll have a good work-life balance. You'll need to be patient and understanding, and be able to work with people from different backgrounds.
What you'll need
- You'll need a degree in Speech and Language Therapy, and a HCPC registration
- You'll have experience working with adults in a community setting
- You'll be able to assess and treat speech and language problems
- You'll be able to work independently and as part of a team
- You'll be able to communicate effectively with patients and their families
How to boost your chances
- Make sure you have a good understanding of the NICE guidelines for speech and language therapy
- Practice your assessment and treatment skills with a mentor or in a training setting
- Be prepared to work with people from different cultural backgrounds
- Consider getting experience working with adults with specific conditions, like stroke or Parkinson's
- Think about how you can adapt your therapy to meet the needs of different patients
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Job description
Job Title: Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist – Enfield
Banding: Band 6/7
Location: Enfield
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £24.00–£35.00 per hour
Working Hours: Full-time / Part-time
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to join a dynamic community service in Enfield. This role involves delivering high-quality speech and language therapy to adults within a community setting, supporting patients and their families/carers across a diverse and multicultural population.
You will play a key role in providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for adults with communication and swallowing difficulties. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to delivering holistic, patient-centred care and support rehabilitation within the community.
- Provide a high standard of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for adults with speech, language, communication, and swallowing needs.
- Deliver person-centred therapy to patients within community settings, involving families and carers in care plans.
- Act as a source of specialist advice to the stroke community rehabilitation service (CSRT), adult SLT team, and wider community therapy services.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and independence.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- A recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
- Experience working with adult patients, ideally within a community or rehabilitation setting.
- Strong clinical skills in assessing and managing communication and swallowing disorders.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A valid UK driving licence or access to transport to travel across the borough.
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.
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.
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.
Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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Adzuna
First seen
10 August 2026
Last checked
15 October 2026
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