Early Career Speech Pathologist - Paediatric Caseload | Contractor
- Deliver evidence-based therapy services to children and their families.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals and adapt therapy resources.
- Participate in professional development and receive ongoing support.
Job title: New Graduate or Early Career Speech Pathologist
Job type: Contractor, flexible
Work setting: Home or community visits
Salary offer: Depending on experience
Office Location: Williams Landing
About the company:
Our client is a growing paediatric Speech Pathology practice made up of a small, passionate, and enthusiastic team dedicated to delivering high-quality services to children in their community.
With a strong focus on team wellbeing and professional growth, they prioritise creating a positive and supportive workplace where clinicians feel valued and enjoy what they do. The leadership team is deeply committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive, encouraging, and authentic, with open communication and recognition of achievements at every level.
To support increasing demand, our client is now looking for a Speech Pathologist to join their expanding team. You will receive hands-on support from an experienced Director, including weekly clinical supervision, regular check-ins, and a structured 12-week induction program designed to set you up for success.
About the role:
As a Contractor Speech Pathologist, you will work closely with children and their families to deliver meaningful, evidence-based therapy services across a variety of settings.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assessing speech, language, communication, and literacy delays or disorders
- Developing and implementing individualised therapy plans
- Delivering therapy services in homes, schools, kindergartens, and via telehealth
- Collaborating with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals
- Creating and adapting therapy resources to meet individual client needs
- Using a strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming approach to intervention
- Completing documentation and administrative tasks in a timely manner
- Participating in team meetings, supervision sessions, and professional development activities
Benefits:
- Weekly clinical supervision and ongoing support from an experienced Director
- Flexible working arrangements across home, office, and community settings
- Manageable workload with up to 4 clients per day
- Reduced client-facing hours one day per week to allow for dedicated administration time
- Strong earning potential depending on workload and billings
- Travel allowance for community-based work
- Clear career progression pathways into senior and leadership positions
- Work laptop, phone, and therapy resources provided
- Supportive and collaborative team culture that celebrates achievements and success
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Speech Pathology (or equivalent)
- Current or eligible membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
- Passion for working with children and supporting their development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- ABN
If you're a new graduate or early-career Speech Pathologist looking for a supportive contractor opportunity with excellent mentoring, flexible work arrangements, and genuine career development, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in building a rewarding career with a team that is passionate about making a difference in children's lives.
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