Head of Discipline - PHYSIOTHERAPY

Avista; Limerick; On-site; EUR 78,000 - 93,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive Pension Scheme

Bike to work Scheme

Job summary

Avista is seeking a Head of Discipline - Physiotherapy for East Limerick Children’s Services, Limerick. This temporary part-time role (17.5 hours per week) requires leadership and paediatric physiotherapy expertise.

Applicants must hold a recognised Physiotherapy degree, be CORU registered, and have ≥5 years' post-qualification experience, with strong team leadership and commitment to Avista values. Salary ranges from €77,814 to €93,416 and closing date 30 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Professional physiotherapy qualification from a recognised institution.
• Current CORU registration to practice in Ireland.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in paediatric physiotherapy.
• Proven leadership or management experience in healthcare or disability services.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in physiotherapy for paediatric services.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams within East Limerick Children's Services.
• Oversee service delivery and clinical pathways in line with Avista values.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

English proficiency

Team facilitation

Education

Professional Physiotherapy Qualification

CORU registration

Job description

REF:103749

Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.

Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:

Head Of Discipline - PHYSIOTHERAPY

EAST LIMERICK CHILDREN’S SERVICES, LIMERICK

TEMPORARY PART-TIME CONTRACT (17.5 Hours Per Week).

(12 MONTHS)

Salary: € 77,814 - € 93,416

• Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.

REF:103749

Essential:

• Professional Physiotherapy Qualification from a recognized third level institution
• Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council)
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in physiotherapy work with significant paediatric/children's disability experience
• Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services
• Strong working knowledge of children's disability services in Ireland
• Experience working within Children's Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models
• Experience of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team working
• Full Drivers Licence and use of own car
• Permit to work in Ireland
• Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative.
• Have an organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Experience in providing Clinical Supervision
• Proficiency in the English language.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in management, leadership.
• Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children's disability services
• Experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development

Applicants should possess Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework

Why work with us?

• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme
• Supportive and innovative working environment.
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme
• Bike to work Scheme
• Tax Saver Travel Scheme

Closing date for receipt of applications 30th September 2026

Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received.

A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Limerick service.

Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.

Avista is an equal opportunities employer.