Senior Speech and Language Therapist 97318
Date posted: 7 May 2026
Before you apply
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference
97318
Category
Health and Social Care Professionals
Grade
Speech and Language Therapist - Senior 3379
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Important Information
The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.
Health region
HSE Dublin and North East
County
- Dublin North
Location
Balbriggan, Clontarf, Swords
Recruiter
Central Remedial Clinic
Contract type
- Permanent Wholetime
Post specific related information
Senior Speech and Language Therapy Posts Permanent Full-time and Part-time Based in CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams
The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) provide intervention to children from the age of 0- 18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention. Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team.
During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices.
Our new strategy, Creating Pathways that Empower and Enable, is not just a document — it is a commitment to delivering children’s disability services in a more connected, equitable, and responsive way. We are strengthening a culture of transparency, collaboration, and person-centred services, where communication, partnership, and continuous learning guide everything we do.
We are looking for someone who lives our values of Respect, Person-Centredness, Collaboration, Quality, Courage and Stewardship. Someone with integrity, purpose and a genuine belief in the potential of every child and family we support. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation matters, where courage in decision-making is valued, and where transformation is a shared endeavour, this role will give you the opportunity to shape the future of children’s community disability services.
We currently have vacancies for permanent contracts across our Dublin CDNT's
Essential Requirements:
· A recognized IASLT Speech and Language Therapy qualification and current registration with CORU
· A minimum of three years post qualification experience to include working with clients presenting with physical and sensory disabilities
· Experience working with clients presenting with dysphagia; assessment and management
· Excellent communications and teamworking skills
· Evidence of a commitment to CPD
· Full driver’s license and access to car - Candidates that do not currently have this requirement are encouraged to apply, however there is a requirement to obtain this and will be explained at interview stage
Desirable
· Experience in service delivery planning and development
· Experience working with clients presenting with excessive drooling
· Experience in education and training and involvement in research/audit
· Experience in coordinating clinics and leading and working at a consultative level in clinics alongside other lead therapists
· Interest in the development of clinical skills in the area of drooling
It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary applies Senior Speech and Language Therapist Grade code 3379 (€64551 -€ 76,007).Informal enquires to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about.
Please apply through the 'Apply Now' button. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join.
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This role is subject to HSE Approval.
We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications.
Closing date
01/06/2026 23:59:00
Proposed interview date
TBC
Informal enquiries
Gemma Crowley, CDNM
PH: +353 1 8542491
Informal enquiries to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about