Senior Speech Pathologist

Early Start Australia Pty; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible full-time or part-time

Dedicated professional development (PD

Ongoing clinical supervision and lead­

Career progression opportunities

Paid parental leave

Employee wellbeing program

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Mentor future clinicians

Job summary

Early Start Australia Wembley is seeking a Senior Speech Pathologist to deliver high‑quality assessments and intervention while mentoring a team of clinicians. You will work with children and families to support communication, social skills, and daily life participation.

Join a supportive, outcomes‑driven clinic within a national organisation offering flexible hours, PD support, supervision, and pathways to leadership.

Qualifications

• Must have CPSP status or be eligible for CPSP.
• Experience delivering paediatric speech pathology assessments and interventions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with families and stakeholders.
• Current Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, National Police Check, and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions.
• Manage a diverse paediatric caseload.
• Support and mentor junior clinicians.
• Provide clinical guidance and contribute to service excellence.
• Develop and monitor client-centred therapy plans and goals.
• Prepare high-quality reports and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with families, educators, and allied health professionals.
• Contribute to a positive, high-performing team culture.

Skills

Clinical communication

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Child-focused care

Education

Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology

Job description

Company Description

At Early Start Australia, we're passionate about helping children and families achieve their goals and reach their full potential. As one of Australia's leading providers of early intervention and allied health services, we support thousands of children and families through a network of clinics across Australia.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Speech Pathologist to join our growing team in Wembley, Western Australia.

Job Description

Senior Speech Pathologist | Wembley, Western Australia

About the Role

As a Senior Speech Pathologist, you will deliver high-quality assessment and intervention services while providing mentoring and clinical support to Speech Pathologists within the team.

Working with children and their families, you will help clients develop communication, social interaction, and functional life skills that support participation in everyday activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based speech pathology assessments and interventions
• Manage a diverse paediatric caseload
• Support and mentor junior clinicians
• Provide clinical guidance and contribute to service excellence
• Develop and monitor client-centred therapy plans and goals
• Prepare high-quality reports and clinical documentation
• Collaborate with families, educators, and allied health professionals
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and high-performing team culture

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities
• Dedicated professional development budget and paid PD leave
• Ongoing clinical supervision and leadership support
• Career progression opportunities within a national organisation
• Paid parental leave
• Employee wellbeing and benefits program
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to influence and mentor future clinicic

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• Current Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status or eligibility
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families
• Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior clinicians (desirable)
• Current Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• National Police Check
• Current Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle

Why Join Early Start Australia?

At Early Start Australia, we believe that great outcomes begin with great people. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and professional growth where our clinicians feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

Join a team that is passionate about making a difference and enjoy the opportunity to grow your career while helping children and families thrive.

Early Start Australia is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people living with disability.