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Job Title: Senior & Staff Grade Speech and Language Therapists
Location: Meath or Drogheda
Contract Type: 1-Year Full-Time Agency Contract
Salary & Benefits: HSE salary scale in line with experience

Excel Recruitment are recruiting two Speech and Language Therapists to join a friendly and supportive Children’s Disability Network Team within an easy drive from north Dublin.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and their families, and to join a well-supported Children’s Disability Network Team.

The Team & Opportunity

You will join an established Children’s Disability Network Team, with strong multidisciplinary support and access to ongoing supervision and clinical development.

• Positions available within Children’s Disability Network Teams in Meath or Drogheda.
• Work with children (0-18 years) with a range of needs including developmental delays, autism, physical and sensory disabilities, and learning difficulties.
• Be a key member of a collaborative MDT including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and Social Workers.
• Access to regular training, CPD opportunities, supervision, and peer support as part of the Progressing Disability Services model.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and intervention plans for children supported by the CDNT
• Contribute to the development and review of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs), ensuring goals reflect the priorities of the child and family
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated, child-centred care
• Prioritise caseloads in line with clinical needs and service requirements
• Maintain high-quality documentation including assessment reports, therapy plans, and progress notes
• Provide therapy within appropriate clinical, community, and educational settings
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, HIQA standards, Progressing Disability Services, and professional guidelines
• Engage in service development, quality improvement, and clinical audit activities.

Essential Requirements

• BSc/MSc in Speech & Language Therapy (or equivalent recognised qualification)
• CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience for Senior Grade applicants
• Paediatric experience is welcomed, but not essential for Staff Grade roles
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
• Eligibility or membership of the IASLT

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist ready for a rewarding 1-year contract opportunity in Meath or Drogheda, we would love to hear from you. Contact Charlene Cooke by email at or by phone at +353 89 9455139

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