Clinical Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Cleft lip and Palate service in Dublin
- Salary
- €72,119–€83,689 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 10 Sept 2026
About the Role
The post holder will lead a comprehensive Speech and Language Therapy service to patients and their families who are referred to the cleft lip and palate team. The post holder will demonstrate specialist clinical and leadership competencies whilst supporting senior and basic grade SLT members of staff to carry out their clinical duties. The post holder will lead the service’s on-going development in conjunction with the wider MDT. The post holder will work with the European Reference Network to gather relevant data in an appropriate way. The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Speech and Language Studies from the University of Dublin or an equivalent qualification.
- Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist (www.coru.ie). Please state your CORU registration number on your CV and on your letter of application and upload a copy of CORU.
- Have a minimum of 5 years satisfactory post qualification experience working with children with speech disorders associated with cleft lip and palate.
- Experience with nasendoscopy and fluorosocopy to assess palate function.
- Experience in data collection and audit.
- Experience of supervision of SLT colleagues.
- Teaching and research experience
Details
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Sector: public sector
Salary: €72,119–€83,689 per year
Contract type: Part-time, Permanent
Closing date: 10 Sept 2026
How to Apply
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met. The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Wednesday, 9th September 2026 by 23:45 pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method!
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Catherine Cunningham SLT Professional Lead] catherine.cunningham@childrenshealthireland.ie
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie
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Frequently asked
- What is the salary for this role?
- €72,119–€83,689 per year
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 10 Sept 2026
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Speech and Language Studies from the University of Dublin or an equivalent qualification. Registered with CORU as a Speech and Language Therapist.
- What experience is required for this role?
- A minimum of 5 years satisfactory post qualification experience working with children with speech disorders associated with cleft lip and palate. Experience with nasendoscopy and fluorosocopy to assess palate function. Experience in data collection and audit. Experience of supervision of SLT colleagues. Teaching and research experience.
- How do I apply for this role?
- Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.