Senior Speech & Language Therapist Paediatrics Location: Carlow Job Type: Long-term Locum (612 months) Hours: Up to 35 hours per week (flexible options available) Pay Rate: €45€55 per hour (highly competitive) Additional Benefits: Mileage/accommodation allowance (subject to distance travelled) About the Role Emerald Locums is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Staff GradeSpeech & Language Therapist (SLT) in Paediatrics to join a dedicated healthcare team in Carlow.
This is a long-term locum role (612 months) offering flexibility and a highly competitive pay rate.
The successful candidate will provide expert assessment, intervention, and therapy for children with speech, language, and communication difficulties, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Provide specialist assessment, intervention, for children with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
Develop and implement individualised therapy plans in collaboration with families, educators, and healthcare professionals.
Work closely with paediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians, and other allied health professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
Deliver therapy sessions in clinical, educational, and home settings as required.
Support the development of best practices in paediatric speech and language therapy and contribute to service improvements.
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with clinical and professional standards.
Requirements CORU registration as a Speech & Language Therapist.
Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience, with at least one year in a paediatric setting preferred.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
Full driving licence (preferred) for those requiring mileage allowance.
Why Apply?
Excellent pay rates of €45€55 per hour.
Long-term locum stability (612 months).
Mileage and accommodation allowances available for eligible candidates.
Flexible working arrangements up to 35 hours per week.
If you're a skilled Speech & Language Therapist with paediatric experience looking for a rewarding locum opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Schedule: Flexitime Licence/Certification: Coru Registration (required) Work authorisation: Ireland (required) Work Location: In person