Head of Discipline - PHYSIOTHERAPY in Limerick
- Salary
- €78,592–€94,350 / year
- Contract
- Temporary
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 13 Nov 2026
About the Role
Avista is seeking a Head of Discipline - Physiotherapy for their East Limerick Children’s Services in Limerick. This is a temporary full-time contract for 35 hours per week, with a tenure of 12 months.
Requirements
Essential:
- Professional Physiotherapy Qualification from a recognized third level institution.
- Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council).
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in physiotherapy work with significant pediatric/children’s disability experience.
- Proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services.
- Strong working knowledge of children’s disability services in Ireland.
- Experience working within Children’s Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models.
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team working.
- Full Drivers Licence and use of own car.
- Permit to work in Ireland.
- Be self-motivated and willing to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative.
- Have an organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- The ability to successfully manage deadlines and teams.
- A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Experience in providing Clinical Supervision
- Proficiency in the English language.
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in management / leadership.
- Knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children’s disability services.
- Experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development.
- Applicants should possess Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework.
Details
Location: Limerick
Salary: €78,592–€94,350 per year
Contract type: Temporary, Full-time
Closing date: 13 Nov 2026
How to Apply
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to Baerbel Schlueter, Service Manager, email; [email protected]; Tel: 086835107
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Frequently asked
- What are the essential requirements for this role?
- The essential requirements include a professional physiotherapy qualification, current registration with CORU, minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in physiotherapy with significant pediatric/children’s disability experience, proven management or leadership experience in healthcare or disability services, strong working knowledge of children’s disability services in Ireland, experience working within Children’s Disability Network Teams or similar integrated service models, experience of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team working, full drivers license and use of own car, permit to work in Ireland, self-motivation, organisational commitment to lead through the Avista Core Values and vision, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, excellent organisational skills, ability to manage deadlines and teams, willingness to learn and develop professionally, experience in providing Clinical Supervision, and proficiency in the English language.
- What are the desirable requirements for this role?
- Desirable requirements include a postgraduate qualification in management/leadership, knowledge of Policies and Procedures related to children’s disability services, experience in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development, and possession of Level 3 Behavioural Competencies of Avista competency framework.
- Where is this role located?
- This role is located in Limerick.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary for this role is €78,592–€94,350 per year.
- How do I apply for this role?
- To apply for this role, please submit a cover letter and CV via the Avista careers section at https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/