Some employers face problems recruiting SLTs, with a particular problem faced in some areas.

Regional oversupply and under-supply could become an issue of increased prominence, and provision of services could be at risk. However, problems with an undersupply of SLTs could in reality be linked to issues with the attractiveness of the profession.

Proposed workforce impact

• Supply may not be able to meet demand in some regions, therefore requiring demand management or initiatives to boost supply within specific geographies.
• Problems with recruitment mean underqualified or inexperienced SLTs are found in inappropriate posts.

Sources or references

• http://www.cfwi.org.uk/publications/speech-and-language-therapists-workforce-risks-and-opportunities-education-commissioning-risks-summary-from-2012

Additional research questions

• Where are the current regional recruitment problems the most acute?
• What measures (domestically or internationally) have been successful in addressing recruitment issues for similar professions?

Some of the information in this section is provided by stakeholders and expert groups, and does not necessarily represent the views of the CfWI.