Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist - Kare Adult Disability Permanent Contract 17.5 hours per week Location: Kilcullen, Co.
Kildare Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist Scale: Point 1 €35,702 to max Point 5 €38,507 (pro-rated for part-time hours) The Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist will work on the Adult Clinical Support Team in Kare, contributing to the delivery and future development of an effective service in line with organisational priorities and department objectives, and always acting within their professional standards, guidelines and policy.
This position will play a lead role in the development and provision of a high-quality evidence-based Speech and Language Therapy service to adults with intellectual disabilities across residential and day services in Kare and promote person centred practise and interdisciplinary working.
Responsibilities: Provide a clinical lead role in the provision of a quality service through assessment, diagnosis and management of communication and dysphagia in adults with intellectual disabilities in Kare residential and day services Ensure that professional standards are maintained through clinical audit, supervision and training Ensure a high standard of assessment, treatment and management and ensure that professional standards of practice are adhered to.
Lead and facilitate change management and quality improvement initiatives within the adult SLT service in conjunction with the Clinical Services Manager.
Engage with personal development planning and actively participate in induction, clinical supervision, mentoring and reflective practice.
Contribute to the development and implementation of procedures, policies and guidelines while adhering to existing standards and protocols.
Comply with the policies, procedures and safe professional practice of the Irish Healthcare System by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards.
Requirements: A qualification, recognised by CORU, in Speech and Language Therapy.
Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist Have five years full time (or an aggregate of five years) post registration qualification experience.
Of which four years full time (or an aggregate of four years) post registration qualification clinical experience must be required in the area of specialism.
Demonstrate a proven record of clinical excellence.
Candidates must demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the required area of specialism, in the form of postgraduate qualifications or relevant courses.
Candidates must demonstrate achievement in the areas of clinical audit, quality improvement initiatives, practice developments, teaching and research.
Excellent time management and IT/computer skills Be eligible to work in Ireland without sponsorship Full Clean Licence and access to own vehicle is essential Benefits include: Generous annual leave Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service) Federation of Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme: Employer 7% & Employee 5% contributions Optional Salary Protection Plan Rewarding work with flexible hours Employee Assistance Programme and local Employee Discounts Personal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression Closing date for applications is 9th March 2026.
A detailed Job Description is available on request.
Informal enquires to Deirdre Walsh, Clinical Services Manager.
Email: Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information provided in your application against the requirement of the role.
The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and Garda Vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable.
Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales.
About Kare Kare delivers a wide range of community-based supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in an innovative and progressive way.
Our goal is to support them and their families to create a present and future that fulfils their personal potential.
Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred.
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Skills: Speech and Language Therapy Clinical Assessment Clinical Intervention Interdisciplinary Teamwork Caseload Management