Paediatric Speech Pathologist

Leap Therapy Group; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PD allowance

Supervision and mentoring

Flexible working arrangements

Admin support

Job summary

Leap Therapy Group is seeking a paediatric Speech Pathologist to join our Sutherland Shire team on a part-time or full-time basis. You will manage a caseload of children, collaborate with families, and prioritise family-centred practices while balancing admin tasks, planning, and professional development.

New graduates welcome via our leadership program and supervision regime. We support continued PD, flexible working arrangements, and two clinics to keep your week engaging across Kirrawee and

Qualifications

• Speech Pathology degree and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership.
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain) and Driver's Licence.
• Strong knowledge of child speech, language and communication development.
• Proficiency in conducting and interpreting formal and informal assessments and evidence-based intervention.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with children, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to family-centred practice and ability to manage multiple cases with detailed records.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive paediatric speech, language and communication assessments using standardised and non-standardised tools.
• Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings and evidence-based practice.
• Deliver direct speech pathology therapy sessions to children with articulation, fluency, language delay and pragmatic language needs.
• Collaborate with parents and caregivers to provide guidance, strategies and support at home.
• Liaise with schools, early intervention services and other healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Maintain comprehensive clinical documentation including reports, plans and progress notes.
• Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjusting therapy approaches as needed.
• Contribute to the professional development of the team through sharing knowledge and best practice.
• Uphold all professional and ethical standards per Speech Pathology Australia guidelines.

Skills

Child language development

Assessment proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Family-centred practice

Education

Speech Pathology degree

Job description

Leap Therapy Group is looking for a part-time or full-time Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join our wonderful team in the Sutherland Shire. You will manage a caseload of children and work closely with their families to ensure effective family centred practice. Our caseload targets ensure a successful clinic, while providing plenty of admin time to complete reports, planning, clinical documentation and professional development.

If you are a new graduate, we offer a program tailored to those starting out to ensure a happy entry into work life and a clear progression with our leadership program.

All of our Speech Pathologists have regular scheduled supervision and mentoring, and we come together as a team for professional development every month. If there's an area you want to build your skills in - literacy, orofacial myology, AAC, fluency - we can help you build your confidence and expertise by drawing on the wealth of knowledge of our team as well as annual PD allowance.

Key responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive speech, language and communication assessments for paediatric clients using standardised and non-standardised assessment tools

Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings and evidence-based practice

Deliver direct speech pathology therapy sessions to children with a variety of communication disorders, including articulation, fluency, voice, language delay and pragmatic language difficulties

Collaborate with parents and caregivers to provide guidance, strategies and support for communication development in the home environment

Liaise with schools, early intervention services and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care

Maintain comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation, including assessment reports, treatment plans and progress notes

Monitor and evaluate client progress, adjusting therapy approaches as needed to optimise outcomes

Contribute to the professional development of the team through sharing knowledge and best practice

Uphold all professional and ethical standards in accordance with Speech Pathology Australia guidelines

What we're looking for

Speech Pathology degree and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership

A valid working with children check (or willingness to obtain) and Driver's Licence

Strong knowledge of child speech, language and communication development, including typical and atypical development pathways

Proficiency in conducting and interpreting formal and informal speech and language assessments and evidenced based intervention

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with children, families and multidisciplinary teams

A genuine passion for working with children and commitment to family-centred practice

Organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and maintain detailed records

Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment

What we offer

At Leap Therapy Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where our team members can thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career satisfaction and work-life balance:

Competitive salary package aligned with the NSW Health Speech Pathologist rates

Annual professional development allowance

Access to regular scheduled clinical supervision and mentoring from experienced practitioners

Flexible working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance

A collaborative team environment that values innovation and evidence-based practice

Exposure to diverse client cases and the opportunity to expand your clinical skillset

Full admin support so that your time isn't taken up with scheduling

Work across two beautiful and extensively resourced clinics to ensure your week never feels boring!

About us

Leap Therapy Group is an award-winning paediatric practice with clinics in Kirrawee and Jannali, and we've been a familiar and trusted name for local families for more than a decade. We see children with a broad range of communication needs. Our mission is to provide evidence-based, family-centred therapy services that empower young people to develop the communication skills they need to succeed in school, social settings and beyond. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach, our commitment to clinical excellence and our genuine passion for making a positive impact on the lives of the families we serve. Our team of skilled and dedicated Speech Pathologists, Therapy Assistants and admin genuinely enjoy working together and we have created a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and mutual support.