Specialist Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist Early Years & Feeding

Job Title: Specialist Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist – Early Years & Feeding

Banding: Band 6–7 (experience‑dependent)

Location: Clinics, patients’ homes, virtual sessions considered

Contract Type: Locum

Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3–6 months

Working Pattern: 3 days per week, 9:00–17:00

Job Overview

Pulse is recruiting an experienced Paediatric Speech & Language Therapist to deliver specialist assessment and intervention for children under 2 years of age, including babies with eating and drinking difficulties. This role spans clinic‑based work, home visits, and virtual appointments where appropriate.

You will join a supportive early‑years service, providing high‑quality clinical care and contributing to safe, effective feeding pathways for infants and toddlers.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and intervention for infant feeding and swallowing difficulties


• Manage a caseload of children aged 0–2 years with early communication and feeding needs


• Deliver therapy across clinics, patients’ homes, and virtual platforms


• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and MDT colleagues


• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation


• Contribute to early‑years pathway development and service improvement

Requirements

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree


• HCPC‑registered and RCSLT‑registered


• Postgraduate paediatric dysphagia training


• Experience working with babies and young children with feeding/eating/drinking needs


• Confident working independently across community settings

Why Pulse?

Pulse provides a specialist, personalised recruitment experience. Our consultants understand your clinical field and work closely with you to secure roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals. We offer access to exclusive opportunities and ongoing support throughout your placement.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role or would like to explore similar opportunities, choose one of the following:

• send my CV


• request a call


• see similar paediatric SLT roles

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know so we can support you appropriately.

International Recruitment Notice

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 WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.