Deputy Head of Department - Speech Pathology (Speech Pathologist Level 4)

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Public holiday extra during Xmas

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave 6

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Upskill with free courses and coaching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Fitness Passport membership

Telehealth nutrition & wellness advice

Staff Gym access

Job summary

NSW Health at Concord Repatriation General Hospital seeks a Deputy Head of Department - Speech Pathology to lead the Speech Pathology clinical services team. The role includes supervision, safety and quality development, and collaboration with senior leaders to enhance allied health services across Sydney Local Health District.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Speech Pathology with current registration, postgrad leadership qualifications, and a NSW driver’s licence; employment is

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor or postgraduate degree in Speech Pathology with current registration and eligibility for membership.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical skills across a broad range of speech pathology areas.
• Current NSW driver's licence (P1/P2) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Speech Pathology clinical services team at Concord Hospital.
• Supervise staff and develop safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Director Speech Pathology and other Heads to enhance services across the allied health stream.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor or Postgraduate degree in Speech Pathology

Postgraduate qualifications in clinical leadership/management

Job description

Deputy Head of Department - Speech Pathology (Speech Pathologist Level 4)

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time; 38 hours per week up to October 2027
Position Classification:Speech Pathologist Level 4
Remuneration:$2,521.82 - $2,582.95 per week + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ703503

About the Role

You will be based at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, which has provided outstanding healthcare for more than 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the veteran community, the hospital now delivers a broad range of specialist and general health services to the communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and surrounding areas.
You will lead and manage the Speech Pathology clinical services team at Concord Hospital in conjunction with the Director Speech Pathology/HOD Concord with a leadership role for Speech Pathology including the supervision of staff, management of professional standards and development of safety and quality. The Deputy Head of Department also works with the Professional Discipline Director of Speech Pathology and other Heads of Departments to enhance Speech Pathology services, standards and quality across the allied health stream in Sydney LHD.

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Ideal Candidate

Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Speech Pathology with current registration to practice as a Speech Pathologist and eligibility for membership of the Speech Pathology professional association as well as relevant post graduate qualifications in clinical leadership and/or management or willingness to undertake same.

Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and clinical experience in the provision of Speech Pathology across a broad range of clinical areas.

• Currently holds a valid NSW driver’s licence (P1 and P2 licence acceptable)

Benefits and Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• Stay active with access to the Concord Hospital Staff Gym

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This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy(PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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For enquiries, please contact Helen Ryan via email at ***********@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 15 November 2026

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