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Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Children’s Disability Network Team 3. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 21 hours per week Salary Scale: €60,885 - €72,036 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 32 pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Occupational Therapy services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Duties Planning and Organising · Plan and manage caseload to include assessments & interventions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and governance structure. · Take a proactive approach to managing competing priorities including balancing clinical demands with other responsibilities through effective management and organizational skills. · Delegate as appropriate to staff grade Occupational Therapist, therapy assistants and students. · Contribute to the overall service planning process. · Plan and manage resources efficiently. · Foster an awareness of the need for value for money and a sense of accountability for budgets within the service. · Demonstrate innovation in working within resource limitations to sustain and enhance the service. · Take responsibility for the achievement of service delivery targets by regularly recording, reporting and monitoring outcomes and statistics. Professional Responsibilities · Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapist practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with guidelines. · Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by Progressing Disability Services for Children & Young People governance framework, by Enable Ireland and by relevant professional bodies. · Carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role based on clinical guidelines, clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice. · Keep up to date with developments in PDS model and professional evidence-based practice and apply same as appropriate. · Take a lead role in goal setting with service user, family and other team members as appropriate. · Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with local service, professional body recommendations and legislative standards. · Provide clinical supervision of staff grade Occupational Therapist, therapy assistants. · Facilitate, supervise and mentor student placements. · Facilitate staff development by providing support such as mentoring, coaching and provision of formal training. · Represent the organisation/ profession / team both internally and externally. · Participate in the management of Occupational Therapist stock and equipment. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development including in-service training, attend courses relevant to practice, contribute to research etc. as agreed with the CDNM. · Engage in professional and clinical supervision in line with the Supervision, Support and Performance Achievement policy. · Actively participate in peer -to -peer support with colleagues. Standards in Practice · Maintain CORU registration and participate in CPD in line with CORU requirements. · Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times. · Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards including role as a mandated person under Children First National Guidelines for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017. · Promote a culture that values diversity. · Treat all service users with dignity and respect and ensure that their welfare is a key consideration at all times. · Work in and promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Support and actively participate in risk management systems. · Document and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Team Working · Develop and foster interpersonal and professional relationships to work collaboratively as part of the interdisciplinary team. · Work collaboratively with other agencies and services including but not limited to CAMHS, Primary Care and TUSLA. · Contribute to case planning and multi-agency case working in line with national PDS and local policies. · Work in collaboration with services users, families and colleagues to facilitate shared ownership of decision making and support the delivery of care. · Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. · Demonstrate enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in contributing to and supporting team initiatives and change processes. Leadership · Represent the profession, the organisation and CDNT positively with high level of rofessionalism. · Take leadership role in assigned area of responsibility and carry a clinical caseload appropriate to this. · Communicate and work in co-operation with the CDNM and other team members in providing an integrated quality service, taking a lead role as required. · Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times. · Exhibit enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in leading and supporting team initiatives and change processes. · Support and contribute to research initiatives and audits as required. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post, which may be assigned to him/her from time to time, and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. GDPR compliance, in the course of carrying out the duties of this job and working with others which will include but is not limited to compliance with all Enable Ireland GDPR policies and procedures, attending all GDPR training sessions, ensuring personal responsibility for implementing safeguards and measures as directed, to minimise exposure to breach of GDPR. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU ( https://www.coru.ie/ ) And · Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. · Have three years full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. · Minimum of 1 year post qualification experience of working with children with a range of disabilities / developmental delay and their families. · Experience of working with children aged 0 – 18 years and their families. · Relevant current experience prescribing and monitoring equipment based on children’s needs. · Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. · Valid driving license for within the state / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. · Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state. Annual Registration: · On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. Desirable Criteria: · Two or more years working in paediatric services with children with a variety of disabilities and/or complex needs. · Post graduate training and experience in Management of Tone in Upper limb, including splinting and other relevant interventions. · Experience/Knowledge of assistive devices/ augmentative communication/eating/ feeding difficulties. · Experience/knowledge of Sensory Integration based interventions. · Relevant postgraduate training specific to 0 – 18 years, such as Sensory Integration, Assistive Technology, feeding, etc. · Postgraduate training and experience in Postural Management. · Relevant training and experience in the assessment of Autism. Experience in conducting Assessment of Need. · Additional training and experience of supervising basic grade occupational therapists and/or students. If you feel you would fit the role then please submit your application today. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Speech & Language Therapist, Senior
Description of Post: The SLT Senior will be assigned to deliver a quality speech and language therapy service to their assigned care group. This may involve working within an MDT/interdisciplinary setting delivering a coordinated and integrated service within the assigned care group. A high level of clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role in the designated clinical areas chosen. The Clinical Areas are: Care Group Area 1: Over 18 Adult: Adult Acquired, Older Persons. Covering Community & Acute Services. FEDs mandatory Further details will be available at job offer/expression of interest stage. Any specific requirements for individual posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Purpose of the Post: To be responsible for the provision of a high quality Speech and Language Therapist service in accordance with standards of professional practice. To work in conjunction with other team members in co-ordinating and developing the service to meet the needs of the population it serves in line with the objectives of the organisation. To work with the Speech and Language Therapist Manager in ensuring the co-ordination, development and delivery of a quality, client centred Speech & Language Therapist service across and between networks in the geographical area. Location of Post/Vacancy: There is currently 1 permanent whole-time vacancy available in Thomastown Residential Care Centre, Kilkenny. A panel will not be formed as a result of this campaign for Speech & Language Therapist, Senior. This campaign is to fill the above vacancy only. Informal Enquiries: SLT Manager: Sinéad Kellaghan Email: sinead.kellaghan@hse.ie Tel: 0860081829 HR/Recruitment Lead: Sharon Cantwell Email: sharon.cantwell@hse.ie Tel: 087 452 5577 We recommend that applicants wishing to apply should submit their application a minimum of 1 hour before the closing date and make sure they can see their application is submitted in their Rezoomo profile. Applications cannot be accepted after this date and time, no exceptions will be made.
Defence Forces Motor Technician Fitters
Description We are now recruiting qualified Motor Technicians to join as Direct Entrant to the Irish Defence Forces. In this role, you'll carry out vehicle repairs and may be posted to the locations within the Army, Naval Service or Air Corps. About this Role: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Receptionist
The Kilkenny Hibernian Hotel, part of The iNUA Hotel Collection is now looking for a passionate and professional Part-TimeReceptionist to join our team. As the first point of contact for our valued guests, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a memorable and positive experience. Responsibilities: We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team! If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced environment, please apply today and join our INUA Collection family! The iNUA Collection is an equal opportunities employer.
Design Lead
Overview of the role We have a talented and diverse team of approximately 200 people and continue to expand our workforce to meet ambitious growth plans. Due to continued success and growth across our Water division, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Design Lead to join our Mechanical Design Team. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary design projects across the island of Ireland, ensuring the delivery of innovative and sustainable Water and Wastewater Treatment solutions. Reporting to the Mechanical Design Manager, this is a key leadership position responsible for managing project delivery, guiding design teams, and ensuring technical excellence across all stages of design. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our design capability and mentoring our next generation of engineers, while contributing to the delivery of industry-leading infrastructure. Day to day of the role Please note: If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland. If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland. Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Kikenny RP who is fully flexible throughout the week. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Child Care Assistant
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Child Care Assistant to join our team in Kilkenny Children’s Services. Contract Type: Short term and Permanent contracts available Contract Hours: Part-time (20 hours per week) Salary Scale: €34,382 - €41,607 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 30 pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post The person appointed will work in the specialised Preschool in Kilkenny. They will carry out a range of duties under the guidance and supervision of the Senior Child Care Worker and Multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of quality care to our service users. The Child Care Assistant will be responsible to the Services Manager, report to the Preschool Coordinator and be supervised by the Senior Child Care Worker. Duties Planning and Organising - The Child Care Assistant will work as a member of the special Preschool team providing person centered services to children and their families within the Kilkenny area. - The Child Care Assistant will, in consultation with the Senior Child Care Worker and the team work to deliver a high quality child care and education programme including play activities to promote and encourage the social, emotional and cognitive development which targets the individual needs of the children. - Implement therapy programmers. - Have direct responsibility for the care and hygiene standards within the preschool rooms. - Ensure that equipment, toys and furniture must be maintained in good order; any breakages/damage must be reported to the line manager immediately. - Record and report on a daily basis any contact messages, etc. to the line manager promptly. - Act as bus escort in the transportation of children to/from home or to any other venue, as requested by the line manager and to also assist in the planning of daily activities/excursions. - To take responsibility for the service users personal belongings, ensuring that they go home with them. - Understands the importance of time management for themselves in particular by organising their assigned caseload effectively on a daily basis. - Maintaining a disciplined and professional level of performance even under sustained or situational pressure. - To provide challenging and enjoyable experiences, so that all children can grow and develop as competent learners within a loving and nurturing environment. Service Delivery & Communication - To work in partnership with service users, parents, families/carers and others, as appropriate, to address the needs of the service user. - To maintain the person’s and family’s right to a relationship of mutual trust, privacy, confidentiality and responsible use of information, especially in regards to new GDPR regulations. - Have the functional and technical knowledge and skills to make a meaningful contribution to the service. - To be familiar and comply with health and safety procedures. - Strive to achieve quality results at all levels of the service in line with the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM), as adopted by Enable Ireland. - Takes initiative to move the service forward and shows a willingness to try out new ideas under supervision that add service delivery value. - Is committed to achieving evidence-based goals and the continuous improvement of the service. - Shows evident enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in their work and in completing projects. Professional Development and Standards in the Service - Is adequately aware of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure appropriate standards in their area of responsibility. - Ensures that all records and technical data are up to date and available, if required. - Ensures strict compliance with health and safety standards. - Ensures strict compliance with all of Enable Ireland’s policies and procedures. Integrity & Decision Making - Holds an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behaves in line with professional standards as set down by Enable Ireland and relevant professional bodies. - Ensure delivery of a quality service to each individual, providing personal assistance in all aspects of everyday living skills, carrying out any duties necessary to ensure the comfort and hygiene of the service users. - Makes decisions in a well-judged and timely manner, bringing all relevant information to bear. - Uses logical analysis to break complex problems into their component parts. - Promotes and consistently supports the demonstration of evidence-based service delivery. - Direct involvement in risk assessment and managing child protection in conjunction with the Designated Person. Team Working - Ensures that all interaction with service users is approached with dignity, respect, equality and incorporates choice. - Forms strong working relationships across all areas of the service; built on a common understanding. - Demonstrates a supportive and reciprocating work style, including strong empathy with service users. - Communicates effectively with parents of service users, so as to provide a children and family-centered service. - Attend and actively participate in any relevant team meetings. - Participate in training and developmental opportunities, as identified and agreed, to the benefit of both themselves and the service. Support and contribute to research initiatives, as required. This description is not restrictive and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as requested by the Services Manager. GDPR compliance, in the course of carrying out the duties of this job and working with others which will include but is not limited to compliance with all Enable Ireland GDPR policies and procedures, attending all GDPR training sessions, ensuring personal responsibility for implementing safeguards and measures as directed, to minimise exposure to breach of GDPR. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: - Hold a DYCA recognised Child Care qualification. - Experience working with children with additional needs. - Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state. Desirable Criteria: - Experience of inter/multidisciplinary working Experience working with children with ASD Current First Aid Course. - Demonstrates an awareness of services for people with disabilities in a community based setting. - Experience in making decisions in consultation with team members. - Current Back Care and Patient Handling. If you feel you would fit the role then please submit your application today. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Staff Speech & Language Therapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Staff Grade Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in the Children’s Disability Network Team 3. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €41,553 - €60,730 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 32 days pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Speech and Language Therapy services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Duties Planning and Organising · Plan and manage caseload to include assessments & interventions in collaboration with CDNM, clinical supervisor and the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. · Contribute to the overall service planning process. · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility. · Understand the importance of time management for themselves and how this translates to organising their assigned caseload. · Maintain a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. · Take responsibility for the achievement of service delivery targets by regularly recording, reporting and monitoring outcomes and statistics. · Prepare for and attend any relevant meetings. Professional Responsibilities · Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by Progressing Disability Services in the Children & Young People governance framework, by Enable Ireland and by relevant professional bodies. · Carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role using clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice. · Operate within evidence based clinical practice guidelines, relevant to the role within the CDNT. · Use appropriate assessment tools and intervention approaches. · Apply the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Take a lead role in goal setting with service user, family and other team members as appropriate. · Facilitate student placements, supervise and mentor students. · Represent the discipline / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Participate in the management of Speech and Language Therapy stock and equipment. · Operate within the scope of Speech and Language Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with guidelines. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development. · Engage in supervision in line with the Supervision, Support and Performance Achievement policy. Standards in Practice · Maintain CORU registration and participate in CPD in line with CORU requirements. · Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times. · Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards including role as a mandated person under Children First National Guidelines for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017. · Promote a culture that values diversity. · Treat all service users with dignity and respect and ensure that their welfare is a key consideration at all times. · Work in and promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Actively participate in risk management systems. · Document and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Team Working · Work as part of the interdisciplinary team. · Communicate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders. · Contribute to case planning and multi-agency case working in line with national PDS and local policies. · Demonstrate enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in contributing to and supporting team initiatives and change processes. · Communicate and work in co-operation with the Children’s Disability Network Manager and other team members in providing an integrated quality service. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: A recognised validated University Degree or Diploma or an equivalent qualification in Speech and Language Therapy. Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Speech and Language Therapy Register maintained by the Speech and Language Therapy Registration Board at CORU (https://www.coru.ie/) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Speech and Language Therapy Register maintained by CORU before a contract of employment can be issued Valid driving licence for within the state / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to delivery services across a large geographical area Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state. Annual Registration 1. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Speech and Language Therapist Register maintained by CORU 2. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. Desirable Criteria: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February 2026 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Staff Physiotherapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Staff Grade Physiotherapist to join our team in the Children’s Disability Network Team 3. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €41,553 - €60,730 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 32 pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Physiotherapy services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Duties: Planning and Organising · Plan and manage caseload to include assessments & interventions in collaboration with CDNM, clinical supervisor and the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. · Contribute to the overall service planning process. · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility. · Understand the importance of time management for themselves and how this translates to organising their assigned caseload. · Maintain a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. · Take responsibility for the achievement of service delivery targets by regularly recording, reporting and monitoring outcomes and statistics. · Prepare for and attend any relevant meetings. Professional Responsibilities - Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by Progressing Disability Services in the Children & Young People governance framework, by Enable Ireland and by relevant professional bodies. · Carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role using clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice. · Apply the Physiotherapy process and the underpinning theory to the role within the CDNT in line with Enable Ireland and PDS policies. - Operate within evidence based clinical practice guidelines, relevant to the role within the CDNT. · Use appropriate assessment tools and intervention approaches. · Apply the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Take a lead role in goal setting with service user, family and other team members as appropriate. · Facilitate student placements, supervise and mentor students. · Represent the discipline / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Participate in the management of Physiotherapy stock and equipment. · Operate within the scope of Physiotherapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with guidelines. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development. · Engage in supervision in line with the Supervision, Support and Performance Achievement policy. Standards in Practice · Maintain CORU registration and participate in CPD in line with CORU requirements. · Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times. · Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards including role as a mandated person under Children First National Guidelines for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017. · Promote a culture that values diversity. · Treat all service users with dignity and respect and ensure that their welfare is a key consideration at all times. · Work in and promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Actively participate in risk management systems. · Document and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Team Working · Work as part of the interdisciplinary team. · Communicate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders. · Contribute to case planning and multi-agency case working in line with national PDS and local policies. · Demonstrate enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in contributing to and supporting team initiatives and change processes. · Communicate and work in co-operation with the Children’s Disability Network Manager and other team members in providing an integrated quality service. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: A recognised validated University Degree or Diploma or an equivalent qualification in Physiotherapy. Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU (https://www.coru.ie/) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by CORU before a contract of employment can be issued. Valid driving licence for within the state / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to deliver services across a large geographical area. Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state. Annual Registration 1. On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by CORU. 2. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland. Desirable Criteria: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February 2026 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Staff Psychologist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Staff Grade Psychologist to join our team in the Children’s Disability Network Team 3. Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: €59,159 - €103,466 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement: 34 days pro rata per annum This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Overview of the Post Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Psychologist services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Duties Planning and Organising · Plan and manage caseload to include assessments & interventions in collaboration with CDNM, clinical supervisor and the interdisciplinary team as appropriate. · Contribute to the overall service planning process. · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility. · Understand the importance of time management for themselves and how this translates to organising their assigned caseload. · Maintain a disciplined and professional level of performance under sustained or situational pressure. · Take responsibility for the achievement of service delivery targets by regularly recording, reporting and monitoring outcomes and statistics. · Prepare for and attend any relevant meetings. Professional Responsibilities · Hold an appropriate and effective set of professional values and beliefs and behave in line with professional standards as set down by Progressing Disability Services in the Children & Young People governance framework, by Enable Ireland and by relevant professional bodies. · Carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role using clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice. · Operate within evidence based clinical practice guidelines, relevant to the role within the CDNT. This includes adhering to National PDS policies and local policies and procedures as applicable · Apply the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Take a lead role in goal setting with service user, family and other team members as appropriate. · Facilitate student placements, supervise and mentor students. · Represent the discipline / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Participate in the management of Psychologist stock and equipment. · Operate within the scope of Psychologist practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development in line with the registration requirements of the PSI and BPS. · Engage in professional and clinical supervision in line with the Supervision, Support and Performance Achievement policy and supervision requirements of the relevant professional body. Standards in Practice · Work in and promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Maintain ethical and professional standards at all times in accordance with our professional bodies · Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards including role as a mandated person under Children First National Guidelines for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017. · Actively participate in risk management systems. · Document and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. · Promote a culture that values diversity. · Treat all service users with dignity and respect and ensure that their welfare is a key consideration at all times. Team Working · Work as part of the interdisciplinary team. · Communicate effectively to a wide range of stakeholders. · Contribute to case planning and multi-agency case working in line with national PDS and local policies. · Demonstrate enthusiasm and a high level of motivation in contributing to and supporting team initiatives and change processes. · Communicate and work in co-operation with the Children’s Disability Network Manager and other team members in providing an integrated quality service. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: Eligible applicants must: Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject And Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology Or An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. And Demonstrate competence in the Care Group/s applied for And Applicants with a clinical or counselling psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings, for the area / areas for which they wish to apply - Disability (Child and Adult), Child Psychology, Adult Psychology - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post-qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Note 2. Or · Applicants with an educational psychology qualification must demonstrate that they have acquired in appropriate health settings for the area / areas for which they wish to apply - Child Disability, Child Psychology - either at least 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or at least 60 days or equivalent post qualification supervised work experience as a psychologist. Note 2. Note 2: Combinations of supervised clinical placement experience as part of the qualification and post qualification supervised work experience within a single care group area to give a total of 60 days are not acceptable. Valid driving licence for within the state / jurisdiction with access to own transport in order to delivery services across a large geographical area Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state. Must be a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Desirable Criteria: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including:- · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Enable Ireland welcomes applications from candidates who will be eligible for Professional Registration in the coming months. In the event that candidates are considered for appointment pending their Professional Registration, they may initially be appointed to an assistant grade post. Closing date for applications: Friday 6th February 2026 A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
