Your Role as a Speech Pathology Grad
Ready to help children find their voice and build confidence through communication?
As a Speech Pathology Graduate at Early Start Australia, you'll work with children and families to make a real difference every day. Whether you're helping a child say their first words, build friendships through better social communication, or gain confidence in the classroom, you'll be there to celebrate every milestone along the way.
- Support children to develop their speech, language, communication and social skills through engaging, evidence-based therapy.
- Help children communicate with confidence at home, at school and in their communities.
- Create personalised therapy plans that are meaningful, achievable and tailored to each child's goals.
- Partner with parents, carers and educators, empowering them with strategies that support children's communication beyond therapy sessions.
- Work with children with a range of developmental, learning and communication needs, helping them thrive in everyday life.
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists and other Allied Health professionals as part of a fun, supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Deliver therapy across our clinics, schools, homes and via telehealth, keeping every day varied and rewarding.
- Celebrate the big wins, the small wins and all the breakthroughs in between!
About Our Grads
We're looking for future Speech Pathologists who are passionate about helping children and families, eager to learn, and excited to bring fresh ideas to our team.
You might be the perfect fit if you:
- Have a degree in Speech Pathology
- Are eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia upon graduation
- Have recently graduated or will graduate in early 2026
- Hold a current driver's licence and have access to a vehicle with third-party insurance
- Have (or are willing to obtain) a Working with Children Check
- Have (or are willing to obtain) a National Police Check
- Have (or are willing to obtain) NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Have (or are willing to obtain) First Aid and CPR certification
- Bring great communication skills, strong organisation and a positive attitude
Why You'll Love It Here
You'll be supported from day one with dedicated mentoring, structured learning, an awesome graduate network and a team that genuinely wants to see you succeed.
At Early Start Australia, we believe therapy should be meaningful, collaborative and fun, and we think your graduate experience should be too.
If you're ready to launch your career, learn from some of Australia's leading clinicians and make a lasting impact on children's lives, we'd love to meet you!
