Paediatric Speech Therapist - Sydney

Leap Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Centre in Frenchs Forest, NSW, invites applications for a Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join from early 2027. 4-day week (Tue–Fri), 36 hours paid as 38, with a three-day weekend every week.

New graduates are warmly encouraged to apply and will receive weekly supervision within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Deliver paediatric speech pathology to ages 1–18 in clinic and community settings, including schools and homes, with ongoing professional development and collaborative planning

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Speech Pathologist with a passion for paediatrics.
• Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia, or eligible for membership.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• New graduates welcome: weekly supervision and a team invested in your growth from day one; experienced clinicians are equally welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality speech pathology to a paediatric caseload (ages 1–18).
• Run sessions in our clinic and in the community, including schools, preschools and homes.
• Collaborate with families, educators and our OT and speech pathology team.
• Take part in supervision, team meetings and professional learning.

Skills

Pediatrics focus

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

Degree-qualified Speech Pathologist

CPSP or eligible

Job description

Paediatric Speech Pathologist | 4-Day Week (Tue–Fri) | New Grads Welcome | Frenchs Forest

Work 36 hours. Get paid for 38. All in four days, with a three-day weekend every week.

LEAP Centre is a paediatric OT and speech pathology clinic in Frenchs Forest, and we're looking for a Speech Pathologist to join our team from early 2027. Full-time and part-time applicants are welcome, and new graduates are warmly encouraged to apply.

Why you'll love working here

A better week: 36 hours over Tuesday to Friday, paid as a full 38-hour week.

Weekly supervision: Dedicated time every week to grow your clinical skills and confidence.

A true multidisciplinary approach: Work hand-in-hand with OTs and speech pathologists, sharing goals, ideas and strategies to get the best outcomes for every child.

Real variety: Clients aged 1 to 18, with a great mix of in-clinic and community sessions.

Independence with backup: Run your own caseload, with a supportive team behind you.

Flexibility: We work with you on how your week fits together.

Continuing education: Ongoing opportunities to build your skills and your career.

Great culture: A genuinely supportive, welcoming team, with weekly team meetings to connect and share ideas.

Great space: A modern clinic with individual therapy rooms and a brand-new sensory gym.

Competitive pay: Salary commensurate with experience.

Your role

Deliver high-quality speech pathology to a paediatric caseload (ages 1–18).

Run sessions in our clinic and in the community, including schools, preschools and homes.

Collaborate with families, educators and our OT and speech pathology team.

Take part in supervision, team meetings and professional learning.

About you

Degree-qualified Speech Pathologist with a passion for paediatrics.

Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) with Speech Pathology Australia, or eligible for membership.

Current NSW Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.

Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

New graduates welcome: If you're starting out, you'll get weekly supervision and a team invested in your growth from day one. Experienced clinicians are equally welcome.

A warm, proactive approach and strong teamwork skills.

If you want meaningful work, real support and your Mondays back, we'd love to hear from you.

Start date: Early 2027, with flexibility for the right candidate.