Hub 21 is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced CORU-registered Speech & Language Therapist to provide services to children and teenagers with Down syndrome and their families.
Contract Type: Contract for Services (Independent Contractor)
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing
About Hub 21
Hub 21 (formerly the Down Syndrome Centre North East) provides a range of developmental, educational, and therapeutic supports for children and teenagers (o to 18 years) with Down syndrome and their families. We are committed to fostering a warm, inclusive environment where every child can reach their full potential.
This is a Contract for Services (Independent Contractor) position and is not an employed role. The successful applicant will provide services for a minimum of two days per month, with opportunities for additional hours as demand grows.
At Hub 21, we are committed to delivering high-quality, family-centred supports in a welcoming and collaborative environment where children are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
About the Role
The Speech & Language Therapist will:
- Conduct assessments and provide evidence-based intervention for children and teenagers with Down syndrome.
- Deliver both individual and group therapy sessions.
- Develop therapy goals in partnership with children, parents, carers, and other professionals.
- Provide practical recommendations and home programmes to support communication development.
- Liaise with families, schools, preschools, and other professionals involved in the child's care.
- Maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with professional standards.
- Participate in quarterly multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Support communication across all environments through a functional, child-centred approach.
- Promote and support the use of Lámh and other augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) approaches where appropriate.
- Contribute to workshops, parent education sessions, camps, and service development initiatives as required.
Essential Requirements
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
- Current CORU registration.
- Experience working with children and young people.
- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to family-centred practice and collaborative working.
- Applicants must operate as independent contractors and hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance (certificate to be provided within 30 days of agreement).
- Ability to work independently as a contractor with own supervision in place.
- Willingness to undergo Garda Vetting in line with Hub 21 policy.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with children with Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, or developmental delays.
- Experience in AAC, Lámh, early communication, speech sound disorders, language development, and social communication.
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of current evidence-based approaches in paediatric Speech & Language Therapy.
Why Work With Hub 21?Financial & Administrative Benefits
- Prompt payment for all sessions.
- Competitive rates.
- Payment for cancellations and no-shows, ensuring consistent income.
- All scheduling handled by on-site administrators – no time spent arranging appointments.
- Administration assistance, saving you valuable admin time.
Facilities & Resources
- Modern therapy rooms and group spaces.
- Access to sensory facilities.
- Presentation equipment for training and parent workshops.
- Administrative and clinical resources available on site.
Collaborative Team Environment
- Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapist, Music Therapist, Intervention Teachers and a Family Support Worker
- Quarterly MDT meetings to support collaborative care and shared goal-setting.
- Supportive, respectful, and positive work environment where both staff and families are valued.
Additional Benefits
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Tea room and staff facilities available.
- Engaged and motivated families who value professional input.
- Opportunities to contribute to innovative programmes, camps, workshops, and family events.
Central Location
Hub 21 is conveniently located in Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, within easy reach of:
- Castleblayney – 22 km
- Dundalk – 32 km
- Ardee – 29 km
- Kingscourt – 20 km
- Bailieborough – 34 km
- Shercock – 19 km
- Cootehill – 33 km
Hub 21 is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based supports that empower children and young people with Down syndrome to thrive at home, in school, and within their communities.
Job Types: Part-time, Specified-purpose
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: Up to €80.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Carrickmacross, County Monaghan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Applicants must operate as independent contractors . Do you hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance?
Education:
- Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)
Experience:
- children or individuals with intellectual disabilities: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CORU registration (Occupational Therapist Division) (required)
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
