Greater Manchester
Speech and Language Therapy jobs in Manchester.
Speech and language therapy caseloads have grown sharply in both paediatric and adult acute services, particularly around dysphagia, stroke pathways and school-age communication needs. Actionus places HCPC registered speech and language therapists into locum, contract and permanent roles across NHS, education and independent providers.
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What the Manchester market looks like.
Greater Manchester operates one of the largest integrated care systems in England, and its scale means assignments frequently span multiple sites under a single trust. Devolved health and social care commissioning has also pushed a lot of demand into community, discharge and reablement teams rather than acute wards alone.
Major employers in Greater Manchester
- —Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- —Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
- —Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
- —The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Also covering
Salford · Stockport · Oldham · Bolton · Wigan · Trafford · Rochdale
Typical settings
- Acute stroke and dysphagia teams
- Community paediatrics
- Schools and SEND services
- Independent providers
Common specialities
- Dysphagia
- Paediatrics
- Stroke
- Adult acute
- Learning disabilities
Speech and Language Therapy elsewhere in the UK
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Locum Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
We are seeking a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant for a full-time locum position based within mainstream schools across Kingston upon Thames. This role involves delivering therapy programmes to children with communication needs and supporting teaching staff in an educational setting. The position is offered on a term-time only basis with an immediate start available for candidates with relevant experience.
Greater London£18 to £20 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareSpeech and Language Therapy
Locum Speech and Language Therapist (Term Time and Long Term)
A full-time Speech and Language Therapist locum position is available in Kingston upon Thames, South West London. This term-time role involves working across mainstream schools to deliver statutory clinical work and early intervention support within a well-established team. The contract offers potential for extension or transition into a permanent role.
Greater London£30 to £40 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareSpeech and Language Therapy
Locum Speech and Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapist required for a full-time locum position based in South West London. This term-time role involves working across mainstream schools to deliver statutory clinical work and early intervention support. The successful candidate will join a well-established team with the potential for the contract to extend or transition into a permanent role.
South West London£30 to £40 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareSpeech and Language Therapy
Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist for a permanent position at a School in Sutton. This role involves working within a transdisciplinary team to provide high quality clinical support to pupils aged 4 to 19 years with complex physical needs and severe learning disabilities. You will collaborate closely with teachers and wellbeing practitioners to ensure integrated care across three campuses.
Greater London£30 to £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareSpeech and Language Therapy
Band 4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
We are seeking a Band 4 Speech and Language Therapy Assistant for a full-time, term-time only position based in Kingston. This role involves supporting clinical interventions within mainstream schools to improve outcomes for children with speech and language needs. You will work closely with qualified therapists to deliver tailored support programmes.
surrey£13 to £20 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareSpeech and Language Therapy
Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist
We are seeking a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist for a full-time contract role based in Surrey and the South West London area. The position is term-time only and involves supporting children and young people within mainstream school settings until the end of the academic year.
London£25 to £35 per hourContractVIEW ROLE →
Other roles in Manchester
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Validation and Compliance Specialist
Validation and Compliance Specialist required for a permanent role based in Manchester. This position involves overseeing quality compliance and validation protocols within a busy biopharmaceuticals environment. The successful candidate will ensure all processes meet strict industry regulations while supporting ongoing facility improvements.
Manchester£50,000 to £70,000 per annumPermanentVIEW ROLE → - HealthcareBiomedical Science
Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Mental Health Occupational Therapist required for an immediate Locum position within a dedicated clinical environment. This role focuses on delivering specialised rehabilitative interventions and personalised care pathways for individuals managing complex psychological needs. You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and therapeutic engagement.
Manchester£20 to £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - Social Care
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist required for a locum position focused on enhancing independence for adult service users within a community setting. This rewarding role involves conducting detailed functional evaluations and coordinating complex equipment installations to improve daily living standards. You will act as a vital link between statutory services and local residents, ensuring high-quality outcomes through expert clinical advice.
Greater Manchester£30 - £35 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE → - HealthcarePhysiotherapy
Locum First Contact Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist
Locum First Contact Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist required for an immediate start. This flexible position involves managing complex musculoskeletal presentations and leading patient pathways within a fast-paced clinical setting. You will deliver expert care, ensuring every individual receives a precise diagnosis and effective rehabilitation strategy from their very first appointment.
Manchester£28 to £32 per hourLocumVIEW ROLE →
Questions
Speech and Language Therapy work in Manchester, answered.
- What speech and language therapy jobs are available in Manchester?
- Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent speech and language therapy roles across Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area, including acute stroke and dysphagia teams, community paediatrics, schools and send services. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
- Which employers hire speech and language therapists in Manchester?
- Major healthcare employers in and around Manchester include Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
- What registration do I need to work as a speech and language therapy professional through Actionus?
- You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
- How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Manchester?
- If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
- How do I get paid for temporary work?
- Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.
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