Senior Occupational Therapist (Intellectual disability)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Intellectual Disability Services

Location: Mullingar or Longford
Contract Type: Full-time Agency Contract (35 hours per week)
Salary: HSE Senior Occupational Therapist Pay Scale (commensurate with experience)

Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well-established Adult Intellectual Disability Service in Mullingar or Longford, supporting adults aged 18 years through to end-of-life care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong interest in intellectual disability, lifespan services, and person-centred care, working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team across community and residential settings.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to work across community and residential settings and be part of a supportive, experienced multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a varied and rewarding caseload, opportunities for clinical leadership, and an excellent work life balance.

About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist within Adult Intellectual Disability Services, you will work with adults with mild, moderate, severe, and profound intellectual disabilities, often with co-existing physical, sensory, mental health, or behavioural support needs.

You will support individuals to maximise independence, participation, choice, and quality of life across all stages of adulthood, including ageing and palliative care, while contributing to service development and the supervision of junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with intellectual disabilities across home, community, and residential settings
  • Manage a diverse caseload of adults aged 18 years to end of life, with varying levels of ability and complex needs
  • Develop and implement person-centred, individualised intervention plans to support independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), meaningful occupation, and community participation
  • Provide specialist OT input in areas such as sensory processing, environmental adaptations, assistive technology, seating, daily living skills, and ageing with an intellectual disability
  • Support service users with transitions across the lifespan, including transition to adult services, changes in health status, and end-of-life care
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including psychology, nursing, social work, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, and medical staff
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants
  • Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and best practice within Intellectual Disability Services.

Essential Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 1 year in Intellectual Disability Services, Adult Disability, or a related area.
  • Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities and complex needs.
  • Strong skills in person-centred practice, communication, and clinical reasoning.
  • Experience providing supervision or mentorship to junior staff (desirable for Senior grade)
  • Full clean driver’s licence and access to a car (essential for this community-based role)

What’s on Offer

  • HSE Senior Occupational Therapist salary scale
  • Full-time 35-hour working week with excellent work-life balance
  • Access to ongoing CPD, training, and professional development
  • Regular clinical supervision and multidisciplinary team support
  • A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact across the adult lifespan

Apply Now

If you are a Senior Occupational Therapist looking to progress your career, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute Hospital, Dublin)
Location: West Dublin
Contract:, Fulltime, 35 hours per week, 6-12 month contract (with potential extension)

Salary: HSE salary scale, aligned with experience

Are you ready to take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career in one of Dublin’s leading acute hospitals?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is ready to step into a senior role, working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

Excel Recruitment are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic, Occupational Therapy team in a leading acute hospital in West Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy, fast-paced environment where you will make a real difference every day.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join a busy Occupational Therapy department in a hospital located 6 miles from Dublin city centre.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive team, gaining experience across a wide range of areas including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and the Medical Assessment Unit.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide expert assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients across a variety of acute settings.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will gain exposure and professional growth in a wide range of clinical areas, including: Acute Medical & Surgical Wards, Care of the Elderly, Orthopaedics & Trauma, Stroke & Neurology and Acute Rehabilitation Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide high-quality patient care within a fast-paced acute setting.
  • Assess, plan, and implement individualised treatment plans for patients in orthopaedics, medical, surgical, and the medical assessment unit.
  • Supervise and mentor junior Occupational Therapists and students.
  • Drive service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Promote functional independence through rehabilitation interventions and discharge planning.
  • Educate patients and their families about therapy goals and progress.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.
  • Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements:

  • CORU Registration as an Occupational Therapist (Essential).
  • A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience, with at least 1 year in an acute hospital setting.
  • Strong clinical skills, particularly in orthopaedics, surgical, and medical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively to an MDT.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge in an acute hospital in Dublin, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Primary Care
Location: Community Healthcare Network Ballyfermot, based at Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre
Area Covered: Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown
Contract Type: Full-time (35 hours per week, Monday-Friday)
Contract Duration: Ongoing agency contract
Salary: HSE Senior Grade Occupational Therapist Pay Scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist on behalf of a well-established Primary Care Team based in Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an adult-trained Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver a high-quality, adult-focused Occupational Therapy service within a community setting.

Overview:

This Senior Occupational Therapist role offers an excellent opportunity to join a busy Adult Primary Care Team within Community Healthcare Network Ballyfermot, based at Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre and working across Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults presenting with a broad range of physical, cognitive, functional and environmental needs. This is a varied and rewarding community-based role, suited to an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys complex case management, home-based assessment, seating assessment, equipment prescription, housing adaptation grant reports.

On Offer

  • Comprehensive clinical induction and access to relevant HSE training as required by the role, as determined by the Occupational Therapy Manager.
  • Clinical supervision with an Occupational Therapist Manager.
  • Peer support from a small but experienced Occupational Therapy Department.
  • Access to in-house training and CPD opportunities planned for HSE Occupational Therapists in the area, where relevant.
  • Free and plentiful staff parking at the health centres and base.
  • Access to the Cherry Orchard Hospital canteen for subsidised meals.

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality assessment, intervention, and review for adult clients, particularly older adults and individuals living with frailty.
  • Conduct home visits to assess functional ability, safety, environmental supports, and recommend appropriate equipment or adaptations.
  • Deliver interventions focused on functional rehabilitation, falls prevention, cognitive assessment, and environmental modification.
  • Provide client-centred interventions in outpatient and community settings, developing tailored rehabilitation programmes and education plans.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate goal-focused care plans using best practice and sound clinical reasoning.
  • Monitor outcomes and adapt interventions in collaboration with clients, families, carers, and MDT colleagues.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Primary Care Team, including Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, GPs, Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, and other allied health professionals.
  • Liaise with hospitals, community services, voluntary agencies, and relevant stakeholders to ensure coordinated and integrated care.
  • Participate in integrated care pathways and frailty initiatives, including joint assessments where required.
  • Contribute to discharge planning, advocacy, and community reintegration.
  • Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff, therapy assistants, and students.

Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Recognised CORU-approved qualification in Occupational Therapy.
  • Preferably have adult experience, including seating assessment, neurological conditions, disability, complex case presentations and housing adaptation grant reports.
  • Access to a car is essential, as the majority of clinical work will take place in service users’ homes across Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment prescription, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.
  • Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.

Apply Today

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or contact Charlene by telephone 089-9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (adult)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Primary Care
Location: Wicklow Primary Care Centre
Contract Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Contract Duration: 10 month agency contract
Salary: HSE Senior Grade Occupational Therapist pay scale

Excel Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist on behalf of a well-established Adult Primary Care Service. Based at Wicklow Primary Care Centre, the successful candidate will manage a community caseload exclusively across South Wicklow and deliver a high-quality, adult-focused Occupational Therapy service.

Overview:

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults presenting with a broad range of physical, cognitive, functional and environmental needs. This varied and rewarding community role is ideally suited to an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys complex case management, home-based assessment, seating assessment, equipment prescription, housing adaptation grant reports and multidisciplinary working. Access to a car is essential, as a significant proportion of the clinical work will take place in service users’ homes across South Wicklow.

On Offer

  • Comprehensive clinical induction and access to relevant HSE training, as determined by the Occupational Therapy Manager.
  • Clinical supervision and professional support from the Occupational Therapy management team.
  • Peer support from experienced Occupational Therapy colleagues.
  • Access to relevant in-house training and continuing professional development opportunities.
  • A base at Wicklow Primary Care Centre, supporting service delivery across South Wicklow.
  • The opportunity to work autonomously within a supportive multidisciplinary Primary Care Team.

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality assessment, intervention, and review for adult clients, particularly older adults and individuals living with frailty.
  • Conduct home visits to assess functional ability, safety, environmental supports, and recommend appropriate equipment or adaptations.
  • Deliver interventions focused on functional rehabilitation, falls prevention, cognitive assessment, and environmental modification.
  • Provide client-centred interventions in outpatient and community settings, developing tailored rehabilitation programmes and education plans.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate goal-focused care plans using best practice and sound clinical reasoning.
  • Monitor outcomes and adapt interventions in collaboration with clients, families, carers, and MDT colleagues.
  • Provide education and guidance to families and carers to support independence at home.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Primary Care Team, including Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, GPs, Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, and other allied health professionals.
  • Liaise with hospitals, community services, voluntary agencies, and relevant stakeholders to ensure coordinated and integrated care.
  • Participate in integrated care pathways and frailty initiatives, including joint assessments where required.
  • Contribute to discharge planning, advocacy, and community reintegration.
  • Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff, therapy assistants, and students.

Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Recognised CORU-approved qualification in Occupational Therapy.
  • Preferably have adult experience, including seating assessment, neurological conditions, disability, complex case presentations and housing adaptation grant reports.
  • A full driving licence and access to a car are essential, as the role involves regular travel and home visits across South Wicklow.
  • A proactive, adaptable approach and the confidence to manage a busy community caseload effectively.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken healthcare English.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment prescription, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.
  • Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.

Apply Today

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or contact Charlene by telephone 089-9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Primary Care
Location: Community Healthcare Network Ballyfermot, based at Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre
Area Covered: Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown
Contract Type: Full-time (35 hours per week, Monday-Friday)
Contract Duration: Ongoing agency contract
Salary: HSE Senior Grade Occupational Therapist Pay Scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Occupational Therapist on behalf of a well-established Primary Care Team based in Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an adult-trained Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver a high-quality, adult-focused Occupational Therapy service within a community setting.

Overview:

This Senior Occupational Therapist role offers an excellent opportunity to join a busy Adult Primary Care Team within Community Healthcare Network Ballyfermot, based at Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre and working across Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults presenting with a broad range of physical, cognitive, functional and environmental needs. This is a varied and rewarding community-based role, suited to an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys complex case management, home-based assessment, seating assessment, equipment prescription, housing adaptation grant reports.

On Offer

  • Comprehensive clinical induction and access to relevant HSE training as required by the role, as determined by the Occupational Therapy Manager.
  • Clinical supervision with an Occupational Therapist Manager.
  • Peer support from a small but experienced Occupational Therapy Department.
  • Access to in-house training and CPD opportunities planned for HSE Occupational Therapists in the area, where relevant.
  • Free and plentiful staff parking at the health centres and base.
  • Access to the Cherry Orchard Hospital canteen for subsidised meals.

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality assessment, intervention, and review for adult clients, particularly older adults and individuals living with frailty.
  • Conduct home visits to assess functional ability, safety, environmental supports, and recommend appropriate equipment or adaptations.
  • Deliver interventions focused on functional rehabilitation, falls prevention, cognitive assessment, and environmental modification.
  • Provide client-centred interventions in outpatient and community settings, developing tailored rehabilitation programmes and education plans.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate goal-focused care plans using best practice and sound clinical reasoning.
  • Monitor outcomes and adapt interventions in collaboration with clients, families, carers, and MDT colleagues.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary Primary Care Team, including Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, GPs, Social Workers, Speech and Language Therapists, and other allied health professionals.
  • Liaise with hospitals, community services, voluntary agencies, and relevant stakeholders to ensure coordinated and integrated care.
  • Participate in integrated care pathways and frailty initiatives, including joint assessments where required.
  • Contribute to discharge planning, advocacy, and community reintegration.
  • Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff, therapy assistants, and students.

Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Recognised CORU-approved qualification in Occupational Therapy.
  • Preferably have adult experience, including seating assessment, neurological conditions, disability, complex case presentations and housing adaptation grant reports.
  • Access to a car is essential, as the majority of clinical work will take place in service users’ homes across Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Inchicore, Bluebell and Palmerstown.
  • Strong knowledge of equipment prescription, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.
  • Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.

Apply Today

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or contact Charlene by telephone 089-9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult Primary care)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Primary Care
Location: Mountbellew, Co. Galway
Contract Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Contract Duration: Ongoing agency contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Grade Occupational Therapist Pay Scales

Excel Healthcare are recruiting a Senior Grade Occupational Therapist on behalf of an Adult Primary Care in Mountbellew.

Job Purpose:

The purpose of this role is to deliver and lead high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions for adults with a variety of physical, cognitive, and functional needs. This post will cover the North East Galway region only, and you will play a critical role in enabling individuals to live independently, manage daily tasks, and engage fully in their communities.

What to expect:

  • Work with autonomy while receiving regular supervision and peer support.
  • Engage in meaningful clinical work that has a real impact on people’s daily lives.
  • Benefit from an excellent working culture, focused on teamwork and professional development.
  • Opportunity to influence service design and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and lead a complex adult caseload including clients with long-term conditions, disabilities, and age-related challenges.
  • Carry out comprehensive assessments of function, cognition, and daily living skills, both in clinic and domiciliary settings.
  • Develop tailored treatment plans and interventions to support optimal independence and function.
  • Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and students.
  • Liaise closely with multidisciplinary teams including Public Health Nurses, Physiotherapists, GPs, and Home Support teams to ensure coordinated care.
  • Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Actively participate in CPD, peer reviews, and ongoing professional training.
  • Engage in early intervention, hospital discharge planning, and long-term condition management strategies.

Requirements:

  • BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy
  • CORU Registration (essential)
  • Minimum 3 years post-graduate experience, with strong emphasis on adult rehabilitation, primary care, or community settings
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing complex cases, delivering home assessments, and developing reablement programmes
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • A passion for client-centred care, promoting independence and social inclusion
  • Full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle for home visits

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist
Location: Clonmel
Contract: Full‑time, 35 hours per week, 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension
Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Grade pay scale, commensurate with experience

If you are ready for a rewarding new challenge where your skills and experience will be valued and developed, this could be the perfect next step in your professional journey.

Excel Recruitment is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well‑established multidisciplinary team in a busy acute hospital in Clonmel.

This role is offering excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute at senior clinical level across diverse caseloads including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and Rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high quality, patient centred care across a range of clinical specialties, including neurology, orthopaedics, surgery, stroke, and rehabilitation.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments and develop tailored treatment plans that promote independence and functional recovery.
  • Collaborate closely with patients, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective care.
  • Provide supervision, mentorship, and clinical leadership to junior staff and students, supporting their development and ensuring best‑practice standards.
  • Contribute to ongoing service development, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental planning.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with hospital standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and participate in training to further advance clinical and leadership skills.

Requirements:

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Minimum of three years post‑graduate experience, with substantial exposure to acute hospital settings.
  • Strong clinical expertise across orthopaedics, neurology, medical and surgical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and leadership development.

Next steps:

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139

Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics
Job Type: Full Time, Agency Contract (6-12 months)
Location: Longford town

Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior OT pay scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a HSE Primary Care team, based in Longford town.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to take on a senior role within a very supportive, thriving, child-centred multidisciplinary team-offering strong clinical leadership, autonomy, and real opportunities to contribute to service development.

Overview

As a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role within the Primary Care multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, child-centred assessment and intervention services for children aged 9 years and older.

You will manage a complex paediatric caseload and provide clinical guidance and support to junior staff, while contributing to the ongoing development and enhancement of the service.

This role offers a collaborative and supportive environment, where senior clinicians are encouraged to lead, innovate, and drive best practice in paediatric care.

Summary:

  • HSE-aligned salary at Senior level with increments
  • Comprehensive induction and onboarding
  • Access to HSE training and leadership development programmes
  • Regular clinical supervision and management support
  • Opportunity to provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff
  • Very supportive, thriving multidisciplinary team environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex paediatric caseload, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions
  • Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and students
  • Deliver therapy across clinic, school, home, and group settings
  • Support children with Autism, DCD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including SLTs, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and PHNs
  • Liaise with families, schools, and community professionals to ensure holistic care
  • Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with HSE and CORU standards
  • Engage in ongoing CPD, reflective practice, and professional leadership

Candidate Requirements

  • Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
  • CORU Registration (Essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience, with paediatric experience essential
  • Experience managing complex caseloads and working within multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience providing supervision or mentorship desirable
  • Strong knowledge of paediatric conditions including Autism, DCD, ADHD, and developmental delays
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and take initiative in a senior role

How to apply:

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist
Location: Clonmel
Contract: Full‑time, 35 hours per week, 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension
Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Grade pay scale, commensurate with experience

Are you a Senior Occupational Therapist looking to take up work in a busy acute hospital in Co. Tipperary?

Excel Recruitment is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital in Clonmel.

This role is offering excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to contribute at senior clinical level across diverse caseloads including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and Rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high quality, patient centred care across a range of clinical specialties, including neurology, orthopaedics, surgery, stroke, and rehabilitation.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments and develop tailored treatment plans that promote independence and functional recovery.
  • Collaborate closely with patients, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective care.
  • Provide supervision, mentorship, and clinical leadership to junior staff and students, supporting their development and ensuring best‑practice standards.
  • Contribute to ongoing service development, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental planning.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with hospital standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and participate in training to further advance clinical and leadership skills.

Requirements:

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Minimum of three years post‑graduate experience, with substantial exposure to acute hospital settings.
  • Strong clinical expertise across orthopaedics, neurology, medical and surgical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and leadership development.

Next steps:

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139

Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Paediatric primarycare
Job Type: Full Time, Agency Contract
Location: Ballyfermot

Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Occupational Therapist pay scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a Primary Care team based in Ballyfermot.

You will benefit from strong multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to make a visible difference every day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to step into a senior post within a warm, child-centred and well established multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to lead clinically, influence service development, mentor junior staff, and make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children and families by supporting participation, independence, and quality of life.

Overview

As a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be a valued senior member of the Primary Care multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, child-centred assessment and intervention services for children aged 9 years and older, helping them develop the skills they need to participate more fully in daily life.

You will manage a complex paediatric caseload, support and guide junior colleagues, and work closely with families, schools, and the wider MDT to deliver interventions that empower children and create meaningful, positive change for those who support them every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex paediatric caseload, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions
  • Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and students
  • Deliver therapy across clinic, school, home, and group settings
  • Support children with Autism, DCD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including SLTs, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and PHNs
  • Liaise with families, schools, and community professionals to ensure holistic care
  • Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with HSE and CORU standards
  • Engage in ongoing CPD, reflective practice, and professional leadership

Candidate Requirements

  • Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
  • CORU Registration (Essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience.
  • Minimum of 1 year post-qualification, paediatric experience in a similar setting
  • Experience managing complex caseloads and working within multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience providing supervision or mentorship desirable
  • Strong knowledge of paediatric conditions including Autism, DCD, ADHD, and developmental delays
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and take initiative in a senior role
  • Flexibility to travel within the Ballyfermot area as required

How to apply:

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.