Speech Pathologist

When you join Early Start Australia, you’ll be part of an allied heath team that’s in it together.  A local team that’s right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you’ll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia.  And with flexibility and support to thrive, you’ll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way.

What you’ll do

• Deliver evidence-based assessments and therapy to a paediatric caseload.
• Provide direct, family-based, and community-based support to children with developmental delays and/or disabilities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, outcome-focused care.
• Engage with families and stakeholders to provide education, support, and advocacy.
• Continuously evaluate and refine your practice to ensure best-practice service delivery.

What you’ll bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology and current SPA registration.
• A passion for working with children and families to achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a diverse, team-based environment.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Experience with paediatric clients and confidence working closely with families is highly valued.
• Up-to-date compliance checks (or willingness to obtain): WWCC, Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid, Driver’s Licence & Vehicle.

What you’ll get

Flexibility and Wellbeing

• Flexible hours and compressed work options
• Up to 12 weeks annual leave.
• Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave
• Wellbeing support program for you and your family

Reward and support

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Registration and professional membership contribution
• Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable
• Dedicated admin support so you can focus on what you do best.
• Work in an environment that focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, improving outcomes together

Growth, your way

• CPD allowance + paid professional development leave
• Structured mentoring and leadership programs
• Ongoing opportunities to build your experience, including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas
• National and global career pathways through the APM Group

Who we are

We’re a dedicated and passionate team of allied health professionals helping children and young people aged 0-16 to reach their full potential. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with families to deliver personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. We are a registered NDIS provider and our clinics offer therapy under different funding models. As part of the APM Group, we offer the scale and stability of a global organisation, with the feel of a local team.

Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat to learn more