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.
1. Positions available within Children's Disability Network Teams in Meath or Drogheda.
2. Work with children (0-18 years) with a range of needs including developmental delays, autism, physical and sensory disabilities, and learning difficulties.
3. Be a key member of a collaborative MDT including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and Social Workers.
4. Access to regular training, CPD opportunities, supervision, and peer support as part of the Progressing Disability Services model.
Key Responsibilities
5. Deliver comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and intervention plans for children supported by the CDNT
6. Contribute to the development and review of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs), ensuring goals reflect the priorities of the child and family
7. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated, child-centred care
8. Prioritise caseloads in line with clinical needs and service requirements
9. Maintain high-quality documentation including assessment reports, therapy plans, and progress notes
10. Provide therapy within appropriate clinical, community, and educational settings
11. Ensure compliance with HSE policies, HIQA standards, Progressing Disability Services, and professional guidelines
12. Engage in service development, quality improvement, and clinical audit activities.
Essential Requirements
13. BSc/MSc in Speech & Language Therapy (or equivalent recognised qualification)
14. CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist
15. Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience for Senior Grade applicants
16. Paediatric experience is welcomed, but not essential for Staff Grade roles
17. Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
18. 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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