Speech Pathologist, Paediatric - Tweed

NSW Health; Cudgen; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in NSW, Australia, is seeking a Speech Pathologist at Level 3 for maternity leave relief. The position can be either temporary part time or full time (51 weeks), with hours up to 38 per week.

You will contribute to multidisciplinary care within Child and Family Health and support the well-being of children and families. The role offers professional development opportunities and a collaborative, supportive work environment as part of the Northern NSW Local Health District.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to multidisciplinary care delivery within Child and Family Health.
• Support the health and well-being of children and families through clinical practice.

Job description

Live and work in a place of great beauty, where flexibility and balance are not buzzwords, they’re a reality.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time / Full Time (51 weeks)

Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Lvl 3

Remuneration: $121,568.00 - $125,507.00 per annum pro rata

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ699744

This vacancy is maternity leave relief for an initial period of up to 51 weeks for up to 38 hours per week; the hours and period of employment may change according to the maternity leave requirements. There is also the possibility of an extension at same / reduced hours.

About the role

Are you passionate about improving the health and well-being of children and families? Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in Child and Family Health! We’re seeking motivated professionals to contribute to multidisciplinary care delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within a supportive environment, where your unique skills are valued, and your professional development is a priority.

As part of our team, you’ll have access to comprehensive support frameworks designed to foster growth, enhance your clinical expertise, and ensure a healthy work-life balance. We believe in continuous learning and provide training opportunities to help you thrive in your role. You’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture, delivering high-quality care to diverse communities.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

Working in Community & Allied Health

Jointhe vibrant team of professionals who enjoy a fulfilling career providing community and allied health services in beautiful regional NSW. Community and Allied Health in Northern NSW Local Health District offers a diverse range of rewarding employment and professional opportunities.

Providing services across the life span from antennal to end of life care, we offer generous access to professional development and education opportunities, clinical supervision and support, and a range of health and wellbeing strategies.With a focus on client driven service improvement and compassionate and empowered care we aim to provide staff with a welcoming and engaging work environment to improve health outcomes and make a positive impact on the lives of many people and the community.

Learn more about how you can work with a collaborative, cooperative, and respectful team while enjoying endless opportunities for professional and personal growth.

You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

Relocating to the region?

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Applications Close: 28 October 2026

NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.

For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up , our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

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