Speech Pathologist

Kids and Cubs Clinic; Inner West; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids and Cubs Clinic in Balmain, NSW, is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist to provide on-site assessment and therapy for children aged 0–16. The role includes travel to local preschools and schools for group sessions.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized plans, document progress, and share outcomes with families and professionals. Collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and ongoing professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• Competence in assessing and treating communication disorders in children.
• Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology and SPA eligibility.
• Experience or strong interest in paediatric practice with 0–16 years.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication for multidisciplinary work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and deliver therapy.
• Document progress and prepare reports for caregivers and professionals.
• Collaborate with the clinic team to ensure evidence-based care.
• Participate in professional development; occasional community/school liaison.

Skills

Paediatric practice

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation & reporting

Evidence-based practice

Clinical caseload management

Working With Children Check

Education

Degree in Speech Pathology

Eligibility for SPA membership

Job description

Company Description

Kids and Cubs Clinic is a paediatric speech pathology practice in Sydney that provides assessment and therapy services for children aged 0–16 years. The clinic supports children with receptive and expressive language needs, late talking, speech sound delays, stuttering, and fussy eating. Services also extend to reading and writing challenges and a broad range of communication needs. The team focuses on child-centered, evidence-based interventions that engage families in the therapy process. Kids and Cubs Clinic offers a supportive environment for clinicians who are passionate about helping children develop confident communication skills.

Role Description

The Speech Pathologist will provide full-time, on-site assessment and therapy services at the Kids and Cubs Clinic in Balmain, NSW. Travel to local preschools and schools for individual or group services may also be included. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting comprehensive speech and language assessments, developing individualised treatment plans, and delivering therapy to children with a variety of communication and developmental needs. The role involves documenting progress, preparing reports, and communicating outcomes and strategies to caregivers and other professionals. The Speech Pathologist will collaborate with the clinic team to ensure consistent, evidence-based care and contribute to service development. Participation in professional development activities and occasional community or school-based liaison may also be required.

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Qualifications

• Competence in assessing and treating communication disorders such as Language Disorders, Speech Sound Disorders, Stuttering, or Literacy difficulties
• Tertiary degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent, with eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Experience or strong interest in paediatric practice, working with children aged 0–16 years and their families.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, ongoing professional development, and ethical, inclusive care.
• Ability to manage a clinical caseload, maintain accurate documentation, and work autonomously on-site.
• Current Working With Children Check and other relevant clearances as required in NSW.