Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Maternity Cover

Location: Claremorris, Co Mayo

Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover from mid-November 2025)

Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (flexible options available)

Salary: Competitive, aligned to experience + excellent benefits

Sensational Kids, Ireland’s leading non-profit child development clinic, is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join their friendly team in Claremorris, Co Mayo. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a modern, bespoke therapy facility that includes a large sensory motor gym, consultation rooms, and dedicated spaces for families and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver family-centred therapy through assessments and interventions for children and adolescents.

• Provide onsite support and supervision for basic grade Occupational Therapists, including remote supervision.

• Collaborate within the Occupational Therapy and wider multidisciplinary team to enhance service delivery.

• Support colleagues with guidance, consultation, and training.

• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and parent/teacher training sessions.

• Maintain accurate documentation using clinical records systems.

• Contribute to service development, CPD opportunities, and occasional workshops for parents and educators.

• Ensure therapy rooms and equipment are maintained to a high standard.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy, validated for practice in Ireland.

• Minimum of 4+ years’ post-qualification experience in paediatric OT (preferred).

• Experience working with children with neurodiverse conditions, autism, sensory processing disorders, and Down syndrome.

• Ayres Sensory Integration® training desirable.

• ADOS/ADIR training desirable but not essential.

• Accredited membership with AOTI and CORU registration (essential).

• Garda Vetting clearance and satisfactory references required.

• Access to own car for travel purposes.

• Strong commitment to paediatric OT and ongoing professional development.

Why Join Sensational Kids?

• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven social enterprise.

• Work in a modern, bright therapy centre with excellent facilities.

• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.

• Opportunities for CPD and professional growth.

• Make a real difference to children and families across Ireland.