Staff grade Speech and Language Therapist
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- Rathdrum, Co Wicklow
- Contract
- Full-time
Location: Wicklow Town and Rathdrum
Contract Type: Full time, Agency Ongoing Contract
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay ScalesExcel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff grade Speech and Language Therapist on behalf of a HSE Paediatric Primary Care team based in Wicklow Town and Rathdrum.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.About the RoleThe successful candidates 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.
- Engage in regular supervision, peer review, and CPD to maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills.
- Recognised qualification approved by the Speech and Language Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
- Current CORU registration (essential).
- Experience working with a paediatric caseload (desirable)
- 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).