Speech Pathologist - Team Leader

Down South Therapy; City Of Busselton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated therapy service in Busselton seeks passionate Speech Pathologists to lead a supportive team and deliver individualised therapy plans. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, you will work closely with clients of all ages in various settings. Enjoy industry-leading benefits including a competitive salary, vehicle allowance, and comprehensive support for professional development.

Benefits

$13,000 vehicle allowance

5 weeks of paid Annual Leave

2 days paid Wellness Leave

3 additional paid days for professional development

Laptop and Phone

Salary packaging options

Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Speech Pathologists with a range of supports available.
• Provide supervision to junior therapists.
• Work from our Vasse clinic, schools and the community.
• Provide 1:1 and group therapy to clients.
• Develop and deliver individualised therapy plans.
• Work within location-based schedules to limit travel.
• Take part in weekly supervision and mentoring.
• Contribute to projects and team learning.

Skills

Passion for helping clients

Teamwork

Client and Family Focus

Organisational Skills

Communication

Education

SPA Registration

Working With Children Check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

National Police Check

Driver’s Licence

Job description

$90 - $114k Cash + $13k Vehicle Allowance + Super

We believe that a thriving team creates the best outcomes for the clients we serve. That’s why we foster a positive, collaborative, and psychologically safe work environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.

We celebrate each other’s wins — big or small — because your success is our success.
We’re invested in your growth, offering mentorship, professional development, and a team that truly has your back.
Ideas are welcome, questions are encouraged, and learning is a team effort.
Wellbeing matters — we prioritise a balanced, supportive workplace where you can do your best work while feeling valued and respected.

You will also enjoy a range of industry-leading employment benefits, including:

Competitive salary & benefits:

• $13,000 vehicle allowance
• 5 Weeks of paid Annual Leave - Plus options to purchase additional leave
• 2 days paid Wellness Leave
• 3 additional paid days for professional development
• Laptop and Phone
• Salary packaging options
• Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance

Work-life balance that works for you – Full-time and part-time roles available
A realistic caseload – Achievable 4.2 clients per day, including billable admin time
Flexibility & location-based scheduling – Reduce travel time and work closer to home
$250 personal resource bundle – Because we set you up for success
$4500 professional development package – Keep growing with paid training
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free counselling

If you're looking for a workplace where collaboration, encouragement, and personal growth are part of everyday life, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Speech Pathologists with a range of supports available to the whole team
• Provide supervision to junior therapists
• Work from our Vasse clinic, schools and the community in Bunbury, Busselton and surrounds, supporting children, teenagers, and adults
• Provide 1:1 and group therapy, collaborating with teachers and families
• Develop and deliver individualised therapy plans in a transdisciplinary team
• Work within location-based schedules to limit travel and maximise client impact
• Option to add community-based clients to expand your clinical interests
• Take part in weekly supervision and mentoring to grow in your role
• Contribute to projects, team learning, and innovation in your area of interest

Requirements:

• Passion: A strong desire to help clients reach their fullest potential through fun yet functional therapy.
• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to our collective goals.
• Client and Family Focus: A commitment to client-centered and family-centered practices.
• Organisational Skills: Effective organisational and time-management abilities.
• Communication: High levels of communication skills for advocacy, mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

Essential Qualifications:

• SPA Registration
• Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• National Police Check
• Driver’s Licence

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Apply today to start making a difference in the lives of others! For more information, please visit our website or contact our Chief Operations Manager, Kellie Briggs, at 0404 698 218 or via email.