Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Join Our Team at Speak Listen Learn!

Position: Paediatric Speech Pathologist (Permanent Part-Time)

Location: Frenchs Forest, NSW

Are you passionate about helping children and young people achieve their communication goals? Speak Listen Learn is looking for a dedicated and empathetic paediatric speech pathologist to join our vibrant and supportive team.

About the Role

• Type: Permanent part-time (2–3 days per week), with potential to increase days in the future if desired.
• Flexibility: Opportunity to take additional leave during school holidays to suit a working parent, if preferred.
• Days/Hours: To be negotiated but will include before/after school availability to meet client needs.
• Caseload: Work with children aged 6 months to 15 years in a clinic-based setting. Caseload tailored to your experience and preferences, including a mix of NDIS and private clients.
• Areas of Practice: Speech sound disorders, language, early intervention, literacy, social skills, autism support, and group programs.

Perks and Benefits:

• Professional development allowance, in-house PD, and supervision.
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to diverse expertise.
• Fully resourced clinic with modern facilities and administrative support.

About Speak Listen Learn

At Speak Listen Learn, we deliver high-quality, evidence-based speech pathology services to children and young people. Our mission is to empower children and families with the skills to communicate effectively, fostering speech, language, and listening development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

We value:

• A positive and encouraging team culture.
• Professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions.
• Collaboration with allied health professionals, paediatricians, and other specialists in a multidisciplinary context.

Our Frenchs Forest Clinic Offers:

• A multisensory gym for movement/play-based sessions.
• A welcoming waiting area with tea and coffee facilities, staff lunchroom, and an on-site café.
• Spacious offices with flexible layouts.
• Comprehensive assessment tools, including Q-Interactive, TILLS, PLS-5, YARC, and more.
• An extensive library of physical and digital resources (toys, games, workbooks, mini objects, literacy tools, and sensory materials).
• Full administrative support, report templates, and efficient practice management systems.

About You

We are looking for a speech pathologist who:

• Holds a relevant qualification and SPA CPSP membership and is approved to work in Australia.
• Has a National Police Check, Working with Children Check (WWCC), and professional indemnity insurance.
• Ideally has 2+ years’ experience in paediatric speech pathology (exceptional new graduates with relevant life or work experience are welcome to apply).
• Demonstrates essential soft skills, including empathy, integrity, rapport-building, collaboration, communication, self-reflection, and positivity.
• Has experience in areas such as language delays, speech sound disorders, autism support, literacy, and early intervention.
• Is proactive, efficient, and innovative in managing time and workload.
• Works within a neurodiversity-affirming framework and understands the value of affirming approaches.
• Values multidisciplinary collaboration and enjoys working with colleagues such as paediatricians, GPs, OTs, physiotherapists, and psychologists.
• Has knowledge of NDIS processes and reporting requirements (highly valued).

Why Join Us?

At Speak Listen Learn, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Work in a supportive, collaborative, and fun team environment.
• Help children and young people achieve their potential.
• Benefit from tailored professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy a well-resourced, welcoming clinic that supports your professional growth.

If you’re a passionate and dedicated paediatric speech pathologist who thrives in a dynamic and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you!

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