Speech Pathologist Graduate Program 2027

Ability Action Australia; North Lakes; Hybrid; AUD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary guarantee and superannuation

Travel reimbursement

External CPD allowance

Indemnity insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Laptop and toolkit provided

Professional development

Job summary

Ability Action Australia is launching a 12-month Action Packed Graduate Program for Speech Pathologists entering the field. The program supports growth with structured supervision, mentoring, and career development, combining strong clinical guidance with professional autonomy and flexible work arrangements.

You will gain practical experience across community, school, and clinic settings, build professional relationships, and be supported to thrive as you progress toward independent practice

Qualifications

• Graduate Speech Pathologist
• Eligible for registration
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver services to participants in the community, schools, clinics, and other settings
• Complete assessments, develop recommendations, and prepare high-quality reports
• Provide evidence-based therapy and intervention programs
• Collaborate with participants, families, carers, and support networks to achieve meaningful goals
• Advocate for participants to help maximise independence and outcomes

Job description

Job Description

Launch Your Speech Pathology Career with Confidence

Are you about to graduate as a Speech Pathologist and looking for a workplace where you'll be genuinely supported, encouraged, and empowered from day one?

A place where your growth is prioritised, your achievements are celebrated, and your career can flourish?

Welcome to Ability Action Australia.

• Where people develop
• Where careers grow
• Where graduates thrive
• Where meaningful impact is made every day

We believe that great clinicians are built through great support. That's why our graduate's benefit from a collaborative team environment, a positive and empowering culture, and consistent guidance through our structured 12-month Action Packed Graduate Program.

Our Speech Pathologists choose to stay with us because we offer the best of both worlds—strong clinical support and professional autonomy, structured development and flexibility, professionalism and fun.

Why You'll Love Our Graduate Program

This program is designed to help you develop into a confident and capable clinician while building the professional skills that will support your long-term career success.

You’ll gain valuable experience, learn from industry experts, build meaningful relationships, and make a genuine difference in people's lives. Along the way, you’ll be challenged, supported, encouraged to step outside your comfort zone, and celebrated for your achievements.

As a Graduate Speech Pathologist, You Will

• Deliver services to participants in the community, schools, clinics, and other settings
• Complete assessments, develop recommendations, and prepare high-quality reports
• Provide evidence-based therapy and intervention programs
• Collaborate with participants, families, carers, and support networks to achieve meaningful goals
• Advocate for participants to help maximise their independence and outcomes

What You'll Receive

• Guaranteed salary of $86,800 including superannuation
• Travel reimbursement
• $1,500 external CPD allowance
• Performance-based incentives with opportunities to earn more while giving back to the community
• Laptop, smartphone, and clinical toolkit, uniform + toolkit
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options
• Discounts on travel, fitness memberships, and other employee benefits
• Flexible work arrangements including office, clinic, home, or your favourite café
• Weekly one-on-one supervision, monthly workshops, mentoring, and a dedicated graduate buddy

What Sets Us Apart?

Starting your career can feel overwhelming, but at Ability Action Australia, you'll never feel like you’re doing it alone.

Our graduate program is built around continuous support, practical learning, and genuine connection. From weekly supervision and mentoring to a team that celebrates your progress every step of the way, we’re committed to helping you become the Speech Pathologist you aspire to be.

Because when you’re supported to thrive, so are the people whose lives you change every day.