VACANCY

Speech and Language Therapist (Basic Grade)

Maternity Contract

The Organisation:

AsIAm is Ireland’s National Autism Charity based in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. AsIAm is a fast paced, growing organisation with a vision to create a society where every autistic person is accepted “as they are” – equal, valued, and respected. The organisation’s purpose is to advocate for an inclusive society for autistic people that is accessible, accepted and affirming. AsIAm works to support the Autistic community and our families to fully engage in Irish life and build the capacity of society to facilitate true inclusion.

Our Values:

A key expectation of everyone who works for AsIAm is that they demonstrate our values; Perseverance, Same Chance and Service. Our values come into play throughout everything we do at work – how we work together and how we deliver services to the people we support and to the people we work alongside.

The Role:

We are currently seeking a basic grade Speech and Language Therapist to join our National Supports Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our organisation and make a real difference in the lives of autistic children and their families. The SLT on our AAC Support Programme, will report directly to the Clinical Lead /Senior SLT on the programme. They will be responsible for developing and delivering an AAC support programme to families and professionals. This role provides an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience in directly supporting clients with AAC, as well as delivering effective neuro-affirmative training and therapeutic supports to autistic people and their families.

The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate in a sensitive and professional manner with autistic individuals and families. They will also have the ability to provide both informal and formal training on AAC and communication. The role requires the successful candidate to work with the AAC programme manager to develop resources, training, services and referral pathways.

This post is suitable for a Speech and Language Therapist with a minimum of three years post graduate clinical Speech and Language Therapy experience. Clinical experience in working with high tech communication devices is highly desirable. Clinical experience in supporting the communication of autistic children and providing parent training and support is desirable.

We particularly welcome applications from neurodivergent individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver clinical services, such as developing and delivering training, teacher training and other one to one support for families accessing the AAC support programme
• Review all applicants for high-tech AAC, ensuring that all the requirements have been met
• Engage in and lead clinical work that is guided by evidence-based practice
• Communicate with families to explain the AAC programme, provide guidance throughout the application process, and proactively follow up to ensure timely progression from application to approval and device delivery.
• Develop and communicate ideas for innovation and improvement
• Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation
• Work collaboratively, with all members of the team, leveraging the knowledge and strengths of others
• Actively participate in the staff supervision processes
• Carry out administrative duties such as progress notes, report writing as well as developing therapy resources to support the use of AAC devices
• Be solution focused and responsive to new directions and program requirements

Key Requirements:

• Speech and Language Therapy degree or postgraduate qualification
• CORU registration
• Minimum 2-3 years post graduate clinical Speech and Language Therapy Experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience with high tech AAC

Contract Duration:

This is a six-month maternity cover contract, with the possibility of extension depending on the duration of the maternity leave. Expected start date is October 2025.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary will align with the SLT clinical grade salary scale as set out in the HSE Consolidated Pay Scales. In addition, we offer:

• Annual leave allowance of 23 days p.a. (pro-rata based on length of contract)
• Additional paid time off (company days) as approved by Management
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Inclusive and neuro-affirmative team environment

Working Hours:

The role is fulltime and working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with some flexibility around start and finish times.
The role holder is required to have a degree of flexibility regarding working hours with the expectation of some evening and weekend work.

Location:

The role is based in AsIAm HQ in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. Hybrid working arrangements can be facilitated in discussion with the line manager.

Your next step…

Interested applicants should submit a CV and Cover Letter to Vikki May, HR Manager at careers@asiam.ie

The closing date for receipt of applications is 29 August, 2025

Note: All candidates must be willing to undergo Garda Vetting should they be successful.

AsIAm actively support inclusion in the workplace and will endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations as requested by candidates throughout the interview process for this position.

AsIAm is an equal opportunities employer who reserves the right to practice positive discrimination as set out by the Employment Equity Act, 1998.