Most speech and language therapists face burnout and time pressure, research reveals
RCSLT research showed that 61% of SLTs said they often or always faced unrealistic time pressures at work, rising to 68% for those in the NHS.
A survey of speech and language therapists (SLTs) across the UK, carried out by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) between September and October 2024, showed high levels of time pressure and burnout.
61% of SLTs said they often or always faced unrealistic time pressures at work, rising to 68% for those in the NHS.
55% reported experiencing burnout in the previous year, with workload, caseload complexity and not enough staff given as main reasons.
One in three (33%) SLTs said work-life balance was a key reason for considering leaving the job.
42% reported having to use their own time for the continuing professional development (CPD) needed to stay clinically safe.
28% did not think there were opportunities to develop their career where they worked.
Among SLTs working with children and young people, 71% of NHS staff were concerned about how long children, young people and families waited for a first appointment, rising to 81% for those worried about follow-up support.
Burnout was more common among SLTs who were concerned about waiting times.
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