Occupational Therapist (Basic Grade)

ChildVision; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work scheme

On-site Parking

Company Pension

Wellness Programme

Onsite Café – Staff Discount

Job summary

ChildVision in Dublin's Drumcondra is seeking a Basic Grade Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. This fixed-term 1-year contract offers 39 hours weekly and a supportive training environment with ongoing professional development.

You will assess, plan and deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people aged 0–25 with visual impairments and often additional needs, working closely with families, educators and other professionals.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Be registered with CORU or be eligible for registration.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary assessments across a varied caseload of children and young people aged 0–25 years.
• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and screenings.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised therapy programmes and interventions.
• Manage and prioritise an independent caseload in collaboration with colleagues.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and interdisciplinary working.
• Engage with families, educators, and external agencies to support holistic care and intervention planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Basic Grade Occupational Therapist

Location: Drumcondra, Dublin

Reporting to: Clinical Lead

Contract Type: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract

Contract Hours: 39hrs

Annual Leave: 27 days

About The Role

ChildVision, the National Education Centre for Children and Young People with visual impairments and complex needs, is seeking a passionate and experienced Basic Grade Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team.

This is a unique opportunity to develop specialist expertise in visual impairment while working with a diverse and rewarding client group ranging from infants to young adults. Previous experience in visual impairment is not required, as comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.

The successful candidate will work with children and young people aged 0–25 years who have visual impairments, often alongside additional disabilities and complex needs. As part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in assessment, intervention planning, and service delivery, supporting children and families to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary assessments across a varied caseload of children and young people aged 0–25 years.
• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and screenings.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised therapy programmes and interventions.
• Manage and prioritise an independent caseload in collaboration with colleagues.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and interdisciplinary working.
• Engage with families, educators, and external agencies to support holistic care and intervention planning.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold a recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Be registered with CORU or be eligible for registration.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Experience working within disability services, paediatrics, or community-based settings.
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs.

Other Requirements

• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Available to interview in person. Garda Vetting.
• Available to interview in person.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
• Collaborative, supportive, and multidisciplinary team environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Access to specialist expertise in visual impairment and inclusive education.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike-to-Work scheme
• On-site Parking
• Company Pension
• Wellness Programme
• Onsite Café – Staff Discount

ChildVision is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where all individuals are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.