Speech & Langugae Therapist - Wicklow

Speech and Language Therapist
Location: County Wicklow (with travel across Leinster required)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Hours: Full-Time, 39 hours per week

About the Organisation
Our client is a well-established Irish disability service provider supporting autistic adults through a range of residential, respite, day, and community-based services. With a person-centred approach at the heart of everything they do, they are committed to empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives, develop independence, and actively participate in their communities.


The Role
The successful candidate will provide specialist Speech and Language Therapy supports to autistic adults and individuals with additional support needs across a range of settings. Working collaboratively with service users, families, support staff, and multidisciplinary colleagues, the Speech and Language Therapist will play a key role in promoting communication, participation, independence, and quality of life.

This position is primarily based in County Wicklow, with regular travel required to services across Leinster.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, communication, and swallowing assessments as appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and review person-centred therapy plans and communication supports.
• Complete competency and communication assessments to support individualised care planning.
• Provide recommendations and guidance to staff teams to ensure communication needs are effectively supported.
• Support individuals to develop communication skills, self-advocacy, and greater independence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver high-quality, evidence-based interventions.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and reports in accordance with professional standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional guidelines, and organisational policies.
• Contribute to service development initiatives and continuous quality improvement activities.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Current registration with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience working within adult disability services, ideally supporting autistic individuals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel.
• Full permission to work in Ireland.

For further information or to set up a confidential chat please contact Stephen on 014825424 or by email at stephen.copeland@cplhealthcare.com