Senior Speech and Language Therapist in Ennis
- Salary
- €65,197–€76,767 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 8 Nov 2026
About the Role
Corlann, formerly known as Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Speech & Language Therapist to join their multidisciplinary Intellectual Disability Service. The role is based in Ennis, Co. Clare, and involves providing specialist assessment, intervention, and consultation services to adults with intellectual disabilities who present with complex communication needs.
The successful candidate will have expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and will lead on the assessment, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of AAC systems. The role includes working collaboratively with those supported, staff members, and multidisciplinary colleagues to support the development of person-centred communication strategies, deliver specialist training, and contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Essential Requirements:
- Qualification in Speech and Language Therapy recognised by the relevant professional and regulatory body (CORU).
- Minimum of three years post-qualification experience, including significant experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and complex communication needs.
- Demonstrable expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) assessment and intervention.
- Experience using and supporting a range of AAC systems, including communication books, symbol-based systems, speech-generating devices, and communication apps.
- Strong knowledge of person-centred practice and multidisciplinary team working.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience working within community-based intellectual disability services.
- Training in specialist AAC assessment tools and frameworks.
- Experience delivering training.
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and dysphagia management.
Details
Location: Ennis, Co. Clare (Clare county wide role)
Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time 70/70 (35 hours per week)
Salary: €65,197–€76,767 per year
Closing date: 8 Nov 2026
How to Apply
Informal Enquiries to Martina Rynne: [email protected]
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Frequently asked
- What are the essential requirements for this role?
- The essential requirements include a qualification in Speech and Language Therapy recognised by CORU, a minimum of three years post-qualification experience, expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) assessment and intervention, experience using a range of AAC systems, strong knowledge of person-centred practice and multidisciplinary team working, and excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
- What are the desirable requirements for this role?
- The desirable requirements include experience working within community-based intellectual disability services, training in specialist AAC assessment tools and frameworks, experience delivering training, and knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and dysphagia management.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary for this role is €65,197–€76,767 per year.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 8 Nov 2026.
- Who should I contact for informal enquiries?
- Informal enquiries can be directed to Martina Rynne at [email protected].