Physiotherapist Vacancies - Staff Grade - Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT)
Full-Time, Permanent
Dublin North
About the Service
Children’s Disability Network Teams are interdisciplinary teams delivering family-centred, community-based services to children and young people aged 0–18 with complex needs arising from disability. Services are delivered in line with Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People and Sláintecare, working closely with Primary Care and CAMHS to ensure integrated care.
The Role
We are seeking Staff Grade Physiotherapists to join our Children’s Disability Network Teams. The successful candidate will provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment and intervention to children and young people with complex needs, working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and in partnership with families. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop clinical skills within a supportive, progressive service focused on evidence-based and family-centred practice.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary of €44,563 to €63,786 (commensurate with experience)
- 35 hours per week
- 29 days annual leave per annum
- Pensionable public service post
- Supportive interdisciplinary working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and CPD
- Meaningful work making a real difference to children and families
- Relocation package available to eligible candidates
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver physiotherapy assessments and person-centred intervention programmes
- Manage and prioritise a clinical caseload in partnership with families using Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
- Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team, participating in team meetings and case conferences
- Provide education, training and support to parents, carers, schools and staff
- Monitor, evaluate and adapt intervention programmes based on clinical need
- Participate in Assessment of Need (AON) and Preliminary Team Assessment (PTA) processes
- Maintain high standards of documentation, clinical governance, health & safety and safeguarding
- Engage in ongoing professional development, training and service improvement initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by CORU
- Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU
- Must have full driving licence and access to own car
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Strong organisational and ICT skills
- Commitment to family-centred, inclusive practice
If this is something you would be interested in, please reach out to Zoe Lawlor today for further information -
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +353 1 947 6238