Advanced Skills Speech And Language Pathologist - Professional Support (North) - 981213

Department for Education, Children and Young People; Tasmania; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Department for Education, Children and Young People in Tasmania seeks an Advanced Skills Speech and Language Pathologist to lead complex clinical practice within a multi-disciplinary team. You will provide SLT services to students and families in schools and child and family centres, and contribute to capacity building across East Coast communities.

The role is permanent, part-time (15.2 hours per fortnight) and based on the East Coast.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Full membership or eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership in complex areas of practice.
• Deliver speech and language pathology services to students and families in schools and child and family centres.
• Contribute to capacity building to improve access, participation and learning outcomes.
• Deliver SLT services on the East Coast of Tasmania as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication with students and family

Public sector service delivery

Education

Speech pathology degree

Membership of Speech Pathology Australia or eligible

Job description

Advanced Skills Speech and Language Pathologist - Professional Support (North) - 981213

Department for Education, Children and Young People
Schools and Early Years
Professional Support (Northern Region)

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 15 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.1 2022 - Allied Health Professional Level 3 (QUAL)

$118,448 to $124,671 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North, East

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, provide clinical leadership in relation to complex areas of clinical practice. Provide a speech and language pathology service which supports students and families in schools and child and family centres. Contribute to capacity building of school and child and family centre communities to improve access, participation and achievement of students and families.

The Team

Professional Support Staff provide specialised advice, assessment, consultation, intervention and capacity-building support to schools, students, families and caregivers. Services focus on improving educational engagement, wellbeing, communication, participation and learning outcomes for children and young people.

About the Role

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, provide clinical leadership in relation to complex areas of clinical practice. Provide a speech and language pathology service which supports students and families in schools and child and family centres. Contribute to capacity building of school and child and family centre communities to improve access, participation and achievement of students and families.

• Based on the East Coast of Tasmania this position will be providing Speech and Language Pathology service to the East Coast

We are offering

• Part-time - 15.2hours per fortnight
• We are a child-safe organisation
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Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequentfull-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

We are looking for

• Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia and is a full member of Speech Pathology Australia or is eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
• A current driver's licence.

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

• a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
• a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
• The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone [phone] or email [e-mail].

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure bright lives positive futures for every child and young person in Tasmania.

We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.

Department for Education, Children and Young People

• Department for Education, Children and Young People 1
• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.