Speech and Language Therapist Manager - CDNT

Speech and Language Therapist ManagerSouth Kildare West Wicklow Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT) Permanent Contract – 24.5 hours per week (0.7 WTE)Location: Athy, Co. KildareSpeech and Language Therapist Manager Salary Scale: €54,471 - €65,391 The South Kildare West Wicklow CDNT operate a biopsychosocial model and adopted a Family Centred Approach. The Speech and Language Therapist Manager will work as part of an inter-disciplinary team to provide clinical supports to children aged 0-18 years who present with complex needs associated with a disability and their families. The CDNT provide supports across South Kildare and West Wicklow. As a Senior on the team they will have leadership responsibilities within the team.The Speech & Therapy Manager in the CDNT of Kare will be responsible for the delivery and development of a high quality, integrated and effective Speech & Language Therapy service within an interdisciplinary service model.ResponsibilitiesBe responsible for the overall management and performance of Speech and Language therapy activity within the designated area in keeping with good professional practice and subject to agreed national policy directives and priorities including the clinical programmes.Provide clinical and professional leadership in the delivery of a high quality Speech and Language therapy service.Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team as required for service deliveryProvide line management, professional and clinical supervision to Speech and Language Therapists staff members.Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriateContribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards and ensure that staff comply with sameOptimise the use of available resources to achieve effective outcomes in planning and delivering a flexible service that meets the needs of service users. RequirementsPossess a relevant Speech & Language Therapy qualification Have 5 years full time (or an aggregate of 5 years full time) post qualification clinical experienceHave the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the officeDemonstrate a level of clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others.Demonstrate the ability to lead on planning, organising and delivering services in an efficient, effective and resourceful manner, within a model of patient centred Have a full clean driving licence and use of own carBe eligible to work in Ireland without sponsorship Benefits include:Generous annual leavePaid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)Rewarding work with flexible hoursEmployee Assistance Programme Contributory Pension Plan Optional Salary Protection PlanPersonal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression Closing date for applications is 13th March 2026.A detailed Job Description is available on request. Informal enquires to Catherine Byrne. Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information provided in your application against the requirement of the role. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and Garda Vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable. Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales. About KareKare delivers a wide range of community-based supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in an innovative and progressive way. Our goal is to support them and their families to create a present and future that fulfils their personal potential. Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred. Visit our website: Home | Kare Kare is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.