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 at our Vermont clinic 

• 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

• Part time available 2-3 days p/week
• 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 to Ayesha on 0461 101 104 or Ayesha.din@apm.net.au for a confidential chat to learn more.

Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.