Speech Pathologist | School-Based & Community

Down South Therapy; Bunbury; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employer Paid Parental Leave

Sign-On Bonus

Vehicle allowance

5 weeks annual leave

Wellness days

Laptop and phone

Indemnity and liability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dedicated admin support

Flexible/4-day week option

Job summary

Down South Therapy in the South West region of Western Australia is seeking a Speech Pathologist to work across school-based and community settings.

You will support children, adolescents, and adults to develop meaningful communication skills, collaborating with families, educators, and other professionals within Bunbury and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• You take a thoughtful, client- and family-centred approach.
• Value collaboration and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Communicate clearly and build strong, respectful relationships.
• Organised and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Open to learning, reflecting, and developing your practice over time.

Responsibilities

• Delivering both individual and group therapy.
• Working collaboratively with families, educators, and other professionals.
• Developing and implementing individualised, functional therapy plans.
• Contributing to a transdisciplinary team approach.
• Participating in supervision, mentoring, and team learning opportunities.

Skills

Client-centered approach

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Organised

Education

Speech Pathology degree

Job description

Speech Pathologist | School-Based & Community

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: South West

Speech Pathologist | Down South Therapy | School-Based & Community

A place where you can do meaningful work and feel supported doing it

At Down South Therapy, we’ve built something that we’re genuinely proud of. Not just the work we do, but how we do it, and how we show up for each other along the way.

Our multidisciplinary team includes speech pathologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and psychologists working together with a shared focus on meaningful, functional outcomes for the people we support. Collaboration here is part of everyday practice. It looks like real conversations, shared problem-solving, and learning alongside each other in a way that feels respectful and connected.

We place a strong emphasis on psychological safety and neuroaffirming practice, both in how we support our clients and how we support each other as a team. You’ll be joining a workplace where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to work in a way that aligns with your values as a clinician.

We also recognise that sustainable, high-quality work comes from clinicians who feel supported and well. Wellbeing, connection, and manageable workloads are prioritised so you can do your best work without burning out.

Job Description

About the role

As a Speech Pathologist at Down South Therapy, you will support children, adolescents, and adults to develop communication skills that are meaningful in their everyday lives.

You will work across a mix of environments, including our Vasseclinic, local schools, and community settings across the Bunbury and Busselton suburbs and areas

Your role will include:

• Delivering both individual and group therapy
• Working collaboratively with families, educators, and other professionals
• Developing and implementing individualised, functional therapy plans
• Contributing to a transdisciplinary team approach
• Participating in supervision, mentoring, and team learning opportunities

We structure caseloads and schedules intentionally, including location-based planning, to reduce travel demands and support a sustainable pace of work.

There is flexibility to shape your caseload and explore areas of clinical interest, with support to grow your skills over time.

What it’s like to work here

• A genuinely collaborative multidisciplinary team where input is valued
• A psychologically safe environment where you can ask questions, reflect, and grow
• A neuroaffirming, relationship-based approach to practice
• Regular supervision, mentoring, and opportunities for professional development
• A strong focus on team connection, without pressure to perform culture
• A workplace that values consistency, respect, and realistic expectations

Remuneration and benefits

We offer a comprehensive package designed to support both your professional growth and wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Upto8 weeks Employer Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Pro Ratalong service leave at 5 years
• $16k - $19k Sign On Bonus
• $13,700 vehicle allowance
• 5 weeks annual leave, with option to purchase additional leave
• 2 paid wellness /birthdayleave days
• Laptop and phone
• Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated admin support
• Access to our 100/80/100 routine options - Maintain 100% salary while working a 4-day work week or 10.4 weeks of holiday pay*Eligibility requirements apply

Caseload expectations are set at a realistic and achievable level, with time allocated for billable administration.

Desired Skills and Experience

What we’re looking for

You are someone who:

• Takes a thoughtful, client and family-centred approach
• Values collaboration and enjoys working as part of a team
• Communicates clearly and builds strong, respectful relationships
• Is organised and able to manage a varied caseload
• Is open to learning, reflecting, and developing your practice over time

What you’ll need

• Relevant qualification in Speech Pathology
• Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• National Police Check
• Valid driver’s licence

We have multiple opportunities available and are open to full-time and part-time arrangements.