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Job Title: Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Paediatrics Primary Care)

Location: Ballyfermot, Dublin.

Contract Type: Full-time, Agency Contract (6-12 months with potential for extension)

Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales (Senior Speech and Language Therapist)

Excel Recruitment is recruiting a Senior Speech and Language Therapist on behalf of a HSE Paediatric Primary Care team based in Ballyfermot. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly multidisciplinary team where clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional growth are at the heart of service delivery.

There is the opportunity for professional development and the support of a strong multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to children with a range of speech, language, and communication needs. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will support children and their families through early intervention and primary care services, promoting communication skills, participation, and confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to children with speech, language, and communication needs.
• Work collaboratively with families to set individualised therapy goals and provide practical, evidence-based strategies.
• Conduct both clinic-based and community visits, depending on the needs of the child and family.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, Social Workers, Dietitians, and GPs.
• Support parents, carers, and educators through training, advice, and communication programmes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with HSE and professional standards.
• Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives, leveraging the expertise expected of a Senior Therapist.
• Engage in regular supervision, peer review, and CPD to maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Recognised qualification approved by the Speech and Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
• Current CORU registration (essential).
• Minimum of three years of relevant post-qualification experience working with a paediatric caseload, sufficient to meet the criteria for a Senior grade post.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle for community visits (essential).

What you need to do now:

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist looking to make a real impact in a supportive team in Ballyfermot, we would love to hear from you.

Please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 089- 9455139

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