We are recruiting a part-time (28 hours per week) Senior Occupational Therapist to Cover Maternity Leave at Sensational Kids, Claremorris, Co Mayo from mid-November 2025
About Sensational Kids:
Sensational Kids is a reputable social enterprise committed to enriching the lives of children and families. As Ireland’s leading non-profit clinic for children with neurodevelopmental needs, we operate Child Development Centres in key locations including Kildare, Mayo, Monaghan, and West Cork. Our provincial child development centres provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic services catering to children of diverse abilities.
About Sensational Kids Child Development Centre in Claremorris, Co Mayo:
By joining this child development centre, you will join a small friendly team in a modern, bright bespoke therapy facility which is located in Claremorris, Co Mayo. Our services include speech & language therapy, and occupational therapy with psychological assessments starting in 2026. There is ample free onsite parking. Our bespoke therapy facility includes a large sensory motor gym, therapy consultation rooms and offices, our child development shop and an onsite staff kitchen and a reception area for parents.
Occupational Therapist Responsibilities:
* Deliver family-centred therapy, conducting occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and adolescents through personalised and group sessions, primarily within clinic settings and occasionally in the community.
* Provide onsite support and supervision for basic grade Occupational Therapist and long arm supervision to a small number of basic grade therapists remotely.
* Collaborate effectively within the Occupational Therapy and Multidisciplinary teams to plan, deliver, and enhance professional services.
* Support and advise colleagues within the clinical team to ensure optimal service delivery.
* Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and other service-related gatherings.
* Maintain accurate and confidential documentation utilising computerised clinical records systems.
* Assist in organising parent/teacher training sessions and provide guidance.
* Ensure the upkeep and safety of therapy rooms and equipment.
* Engage in continuous professional development activities and contribute to CPD opportunities.
* Contribute to service development and occasional training workshops for parents and educators.
* Support promotional activities for service enhancement and media communications.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties associated with the role of a Paediatric Occupational Therapist.
* Report directly to the Clinical Services Manager.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy, validated for practice in Ireland.
* Ideally, a minimum of 4+ years of post-qualification experience in paediatric occupational therapy, including working with children with additional needs such as neurodiverse conditions, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing disorders, and Down syndrome.
* Ayres Sensory Integration® training desirable
* ADOS/ADIR training desirable but not essential
* Accredited membership with the AOTI and CORU Registration are essential.
* Garda Vetting clearance and satisfactory references are required.
* Access to own car for travel purposes, including school visits.
* Demonstrated passion for paediatric occupational therapy with a commitment to ongoing learning and development.
Hours:
* Part-time position with flexible working hours (28 hours) We will also consider applicants who wish to work less or more hours.
Term of Employment:
Fixed Term Post from mid-November 2025 to cover maternity leave
Benefits:
* Passionate work environment
* Personal development plans
* A competitive permanent salaried role with regular salary reviews
* Free onsite parking
* Investment into Annual CPD
* A Health Cash Plan which can reimburse you up to 100% for a wide range of health care costs for you, your spouse/partner and any of your children under 21 living at home as well as personal accident cover. It also includes a free GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Private Prescription Service, Counselling Service, Medical Information and Legal Advice.
* Birthday Bonus Day Off
* Employee Assistance Program which offers our employees support across a wide range of areas including:
o A free, confidential counselling & wellbeing support service that provides counselling support to you, your partner or spouse, & dependent children over 16 still living at home of up to 8 sessions of virtual (phone or video), or in person counselling per year
o Digital fitness programmes
o Nutrition guides and recipes
o eLearning across multiple wellbeing topics
o Self-guided meditation programme (BeCalm)
o Wellbeing Podcasts (SoundSpace)
Professional & Personal Development:
* Access to personal and group CPD budgets, peer mentoring, and reflective supervision.
* Support from experienced Clinical Services Manager and clinical governance committee.
Resources:
* Work in state-of-the-art sensory motor gyms and individual therapy rooms equipped with the latest tools and resources.
* Collaborate seamlessly with team members across all centres through messaging software.
* Digital clinical management software system
Annual Leave:
Competitive annual leave package.
Systems & Operations:
Efficient systems and operational procedures supported by dedicated administrative staff, allowing therapists to focus on delivering high-quality care.
How to Apply:
Interested in joining our team? Submit your CV and letter of application to Karen Leigh, CEO
Email:
Sensational Kids is an equal opportunities employer.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families – apply today!
Skills:
* occupational therapy
* autism
* special needs
* children
Benefits:
* Paid Holidays
* Laptop
* Parking
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