Senior Speech and Language Therapist 96103

Health Service Executive; Dublin; On-site; EUR 64,551 - 76,007; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join their Children's Disability Network Team in Clondalkin, Dublin. The role involves providing intervention to children with complex developmental needs. Candidates must have a recognised Speech and Language Therapy qualification and at least three years of post-qualification experience, including work with individuals with dysphagia. The position offers a competitive salary range of €64,551 – €76,007, in line with Health Department grades.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years post-qualification experience with disabilities.
• Experience assessing and managing dysphagia.
• Full driver's license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Join the CRC Children's Disability Network Team.
• Provide intervention to children with complex developmental needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamworking

Experience with dysphagia

Commitment to CPD

Education

Recognised IASLT Speech and Language Therapy qualification

Job description

Senior Speech and Language Therapist – Senior 3379

We are recruiting a Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join the CRC Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT) in Clondalkin, Dublin.

The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) provide intervention to children from the age of 0‑18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter‑disciplinary intervention. Our services are based upon a Family‑Centred Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services.

During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organisational transformation, partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute to implement lean healthcare practices. The new strategy, Creating Pathways that Empower and Enable, aims to strengthen a culture of transparency, collaboration, and person‑centred services.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised IASLT Speech and Language Therapy qualification and current registration with CORU.
• Minimum of three years post‑qualification experience, including work with clients presenting with physical and sensory disabilities.
• Experience working with clients presenting with dysphagia; assessment and management.
• Excellent communications and team‑working skills.
• Evidence of a commitment to CPD.
• Full driver’s licence and access to a car. Candidates without this requirement are encouraged to apply, with the requirement to obtain it explained at interview stage.

Desirable

• Experience in service delivery planning and development.
• Experience working with clients presenting with excessive drooling.
• Experience in education and training and involvement in research/audit.
• Experience in coordinating clinics and leading and working at a consultative level in clinics alongside other lead therapists.
• Interest in the development of clinical skills in the area of drooling.

Salary: Department of Health Salary applies Senior Speech and Language Therapist Grade code 3379 (€64,551 – €76,007).

Informal enquiries: Jean Oswell, Children's Disability Network Manager, Clondalkin, [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

External link: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/96103/