Speech and Language Therapist

Speech and Language Therapist - Co. Westmeath We are currently recruiting a Staff Grade Speech and Language Therapist to join the Childrens Disability Network Team (CDNT) based in Mullingar. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary paediatric disability team providing Speech and Language Therapy services to children and young people with a range of developmental and complex needs. The successful candidate will work closely with families, schools, and multidisciplinary colleagues to support children in achieving their communication, feeding, and functional goals within a family-centred model of care. Key Responsibilities of the Speech and Language Therapist: Provide assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children presenting with speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing difficulties Manage a varied paediatric disability caseload within a community setting Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes and care plans Support children with communication development, speech sound difficulties, social interaction, language skills, and functional communication needs Work collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, and multidisciplinary team members including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Social Work, and Nursing Deliver education and support to families and caregivers Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, supervision, and service development initiatives Requirements for the Speech and Language Therapist: Degree in Speech and Language Therapy CORU registration Relevant clinical or placement experience Strong communication, organisational, and clinical reasoning skills Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team Desirable Experience working within paediatrics, disability services, or CDNT settings Experience supporting children with ASD, developmental delay, or complex communication needs Full drivers licence and access to own transport Whats on Offer Competitive HSE-aligned salary Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team Ongoing clinical supervision and professional development Opportunity to work within a well-established paediatric disability service Valuable experience within community and disability services Contact: Please send a copy of your up to date CV to

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