Locum Speech and Language Therapist

Total Assist RecruitmentWellingtonreedpublished 10/27/2026
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About the company

Total Assist is currently recruiting for a Locum Speech and Language Therapist to support a specialist private healthcare service in Somerset.

Your tasks

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Speech and Language Therapist to work within a multidisciplinary team, providing specialist assessment and intervention to support patients with communication and swallowing difficulties.

  • Assess and manage patients with speech, language, communication and swallowing difficulties.
  • Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions and clinical recommendations.
  • Complete clinical assessments, reports and patient documentation.
  • Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support patient outcomes.
  • Contribute to individualised care planning and ongoing reviews.

Requirements

  • Relevant qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
  • Current HCPC registration.
  • Previous clinical experience within a relevant healthcare setting.
  • Dysphagia training and experience would be highly desirable.
  • Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills.

What we offer

  • Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience.
  • Flexible locum opportunity, 2 days per week.
  • Initial minimum 12-week assignment.
  • Dedicated recruitment support from Total Assist.

Other

The position offers 2 days per week, with an anticipated minimum commitment of 12 weeks.