Speech Pathologist

Northcott; Maroochydore; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Salary packaging (Non-For-Profit)

5 weeks annual leave

14 weeks parental leave

PD leave + $1,000 learning allowance

Wellness perks (Fitness Passport)

Comprehensive clinical support across

Inclusive workplace adjustments and Np

Job summary

Northcott Therapy is seeking a Speech Pathologist to deliver evidence-based therapy to children and adults with disabilities. You will collaborate with families to create personalised plans and support services in schools, homes, group settings, or via telehealth. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team focused on meaningful outcomes.

You will work across paediatric and adult clients, applying person-centred approaches and strong communication to help clients communicate, connect and thrive.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Pathology and SPA registration.
• Experience with paediatric and adult clients is preferred.
• Person-centred, evidence-based approach focused on outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building and communication with families and teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based therapy to children and adults with disabilities.
• Create personalised therapy plans with families and caregivers.
• Provide support in schools, homes, group settings, or via telehealth.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enable client progress.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Counselling skills

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology

SPA registration

Job description

Communication with Purpose, Confidence, and Impact.

About the role

As a Speech Pathologist, you’ll deliver evidence-based therapy to children and adults with disabilities across a varied caseload. You’ll work closely with families to create personalised therapy plans and provide support in schools, homes, group settings, or via telehealth.

This is a rewarding opportunity to help people communicate, connect, and thrive—whether you’re early in your career or bring years of experience, you’ll be supported to do meaningful, impactful work.

Benefits, perks & wellbeing

• Flexible Work Options: With a mix of office, community, and remote work
• Maximise Your Salary: $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment Non-For-Profit Salary Packaging:
• Work-Life Balance:5 weeks of annual leave to relax, refresh, and focus on what matters most.
• Generous Parental Leave:14 weeks of paid maternity leave to support you and your growing family.
• Learning Support: 10 days of personal development leave, plus a $1,000 allowance to help you expand your skills and knowledge.
• Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport, reduced health & general insurance, and discounts via Perkbox.
• Comprehensive Support: Access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, with regular peer supervision.
• Accessibility & Wellbeing: Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options, a psychologically safe environment and various staff networks.

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience as a Speech Pathologist, with the ability to manage a diverse caseload across paediatric and adult clients.
• A degree in Speech Pathology and SPA registration.
• A person-centred, evidence-based approach focused on real outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients, families, and teams
• Clear, confident communication and teamwork skills
• A growth mindset and passion for learning and collaboration
• Good organisation and time management to manage a diverse caseload, paediatric to adults.

About us

At Northcott Therapy, we support people of all ages with disability to live more independently through evidence-based, family-centred therapy.

As an experienced therapist, you’ll be empowered to make a meaningful impact within our supportive, multidisciplinary team. Enjoy:

• Regular supervision and mentoring
• 2 weeks of professional development leave
• A strong local team with access to our broader NSW, QLD, and ACT networks
• A capacity-building approach that puts clients first

Join a trusted organisation with 90+ years of impact—where your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.

Want to know more? Check out the Position Description here.

Northcott reviews applications throughout the recruitment process, often before the closing date, and we will advise you of the outcome. For general enquiries about the role, please contact ***********@northcott.com.au.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, have a preferred contact method, or need information provided in an alternative format, please contact recruitment at ***********@northcott.com.au We are here to support you — reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process and are also available to employees in their roles beyond recruitment.