Graduate Speech Pathologist — Early Intervention & Mentorship

Early Start Australia; Palmerston; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CPD allowance

Paid PD leave

1:1 supervision

Job summary

Early Start Australia offers a 12-month graduate program at our Durack clinic for aspiring speech pathologists. You’ll benefit from dedicated clinical supervision, a structured induction, and a buddy system to ease the transition into professional practice.

You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based therapy, develop your caseload, and grow toward independent clinical practice while supporting families and children across communication and participation goals.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant Speech Pathology degree and SPA registration.
• NDIS worker screening and WWC check required.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver early intervention speech pathology services to children and families.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments (formal and informal).
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans.
• Collaborate with families and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Monitor progress and adapt therapy programs accordingly.
• Provide education and home-based support to families.
• Maintain accurate documentation and NDIS records.
• Build relationships with schools and health professionals.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Observational skills

Report writing

Education

Relevant degree in Speech Pathology

SPA registration / membership

NDIS worker screening

Working with Children Check

Tools

Driver’s license and vehicle

Job description

Early Start Australia offers a 12-month graduate program at our Durack clinic for aspiring speech pathologists. You’ll benefit from dedicated clinical supervision, a structured induction, and a buddy system to ease the transition into professional practice.

You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based therapy, develop your caseload, and grow toward independent clinical practice while supporting families and children across communication and participation goals.