What you can expect from the program
We know how important the start of a journey can be. That’s why we’ve developed a 12-month graduate program that will help boost your confidence, as well as your skills and give you the best start in your career. On our Early Start Australia Graduate program you can expect real support, close-knit teams and opportunities for growth, as you make a meaningful difference for children and their families.
Support
From day one, you’ll be part of a friendly, social and collaborative multi-disciplinary team of allied health professionals. With a dedicated buddy to help you settle in, weekly supervision from an experienced clinician and personalised mentoring, you’ll have the support you need to build confidence and thrive.
Growth
Our focus is to help you to grow your skills, gain hands-on experience, and progress from student to thriving therapist. You’ll complete a comprehensive graduate induction, shadow a senior clinician, complete clinical skills training, attend quarterly guest lectures, join networking events and participate in monthly soft-skills sessions with your graduate peers.
Impact
On the program, you’ll slowly build your caseload to deliver evidence-based early intervention and therapy services in a fun, engaging and meaningful way, that makes a real difference for children, young adults and families.
Impact, locally and globally
At Early Start Australia you’ll be working in multidisciplinary team committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, young adults and families.
Our dedicated teams of occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers and dieticians create fun, engaging and personalised therapy experiences to help children meet their growth and development goals.
We are a growing organisation with over 48 clinics nationwide. As part of the APM Group, a global health and human services provider, you’ll be part of a group of allied health businesses with both local and global career opportunities.
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Meet our people
Hear from some of our amazing team members about work and life at Early Start Australia.
Shannon
ESDM Program Lead | Early Intervention OT Lead, Early Start Australia
"What makes our teams really special is we’re always leaning on each other and connecting for support. I think especially in those early years, in that early intervention space, you can’t really do it on your own. You’ve got to do it with each other. So having someone in the next room next to you is a really massive benefit for our kids, but also a massive benefit for our learning."
Alexis
Occupational Therapist, Early Start Australia Graduate Program
"At ESA, I found a warm and supportive environment with easily accessible senior staff and supervisors. The online training and gradual increase in caseload boosted my confidence as a new graduate. Connecting with fellow graduates from various disciplines across Australia provided valuable insights into their roles."
Masako
Speech Pathologist, Early Start Australia Graduate Program
"The ESA graduate program empowered my career as a speech pathologist. With enriching experiences, professional growth, and collaborative sessions, I'm thrilled to create a positive impact on lives ahead."
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