AGENCY SPEECH & LANGUAGE THERAPIST

Desired Skills: COMMUNICATION SKILLS,ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS,INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

PE Global Healthcare are recruiting for agency Speech & Language Therapists in Meath.

Job Requirements – Senior Speech and Language Therapist (Children’s Sector)

Qualifications & Registration

• A recognised degree or master’s qualification in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).
• CORU registration (or eligibility for registration) as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Membership of the Irish Association of Speech and Language Therapists (IASLT) or equivalent professional body is desirable.
• Postgraduate training or continuing professional development in paediatric speech and language therapy, developmental disorders, or communication interventions is an advantage.

Experience

• A minimum of 3–5 years post-qualification experience as a Speech and Language Therapist, with substantial experience working with children and young people.
• Demonstrated experience in assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for a range of paediatric communication and swallowing disorders (e.g., developmental language disorder, ASD, dyspraxia, stammering, selective mutism).
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary or interdisciplinary teams (e.g., occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, teachers, and parents).
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor junior therapists, therapy assistants, or students.
• Experience in case management, service planning, and quality improvement initiatives.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of child development, communication milestones, and evidence-based therapy approaches.
• Familiarity with national and international frameworks such as the Progressing Disability Services (PDS) model.
• Excellent assessment, analytical, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate individualised therapy plans.
• Competence in report writing, documentation, and use of electronic health record systems.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and professionals.
• Capacity to manage a caseload efficiently, prioritise competing demands, and maintain professional standards.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, child-centred, and family-focused approach.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic service environment.
• Strong advocacy skills for children with communication needs.

Other Requirements

• Willingness to undergo Garda Vetting and comply with child protection policies.

To discuss this amazing opportunity to become an agency Speech & Language Therapists call me on 086 8389487 or email me at april.barrett@peglobal.net for a confidential chat.