Speech Pathologists – Western Melbourne | KU Children’s Services

KU Children's Services; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood service provider in Melbourne is seeking a Speech Pathologist dedicated to supporting children with additional needs. The role offers flexible working hours and a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional development and various employee benefits. Join a team that values your contributions and wellbeing while ensuring the safety of children in care.

Benefits

Generous annual pay increases

KU paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Employee benefits program

Health & Wellbeing portal

Access to extensive professional learning

Travel allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in administering and scoring a range of assessments.
• Experience in report writing and providing feedback to families.

Skills

Experience in supporting the developmental needs of children

Exceptional communication skills, written and oral

Ability to work independently as well as within a team

Meticulous time management and organisation skills

Education

Australian recognised tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology

Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia

Senior First Aid Certificate

Working with Children Check

Tools

Microsoft Office package

Job description

Position Overview

KU has been recognised as the Employer of Choice 8 times more than any other provider within the sector! We are incredibly proud to have obtained this every year since 2016. Join us if you want to be seen and valued as an Early Childhood Professional working in supportive and inclusive environments.

In response to the growing demand for early intervention services, the KU Allied Health Program plays a pivotal role in providing a variety of multidisciplinary early intervention supports for children aged birth to 7 years, across NSW and Victoria based in KU Services.

We provide a variety of services which include in clinic, community access and telehealth support options that can be accessed via a child’s NDIS Plan, fee‑for‑service or GP approved Medicare plan alternatives.

Key Details

• Permanent Opportunities
• Flexible to work across, , and . You choose!
• Working Hours: Flexible (minimum 2 days per week, hours negotiable)
• Qualification: Tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology

Are you?

• Dedicated to supporting children with additional needs
• Experienced in working collaboratively with families and other professionals
• Looking for realistic and manageable caseloads with dedicated administration support
• Looking for tailored support and professional supervision to meet your needs
• Wanting to be recognised for your contributions
• Seeking ongoing mentoring and training

If that sounds like you, perhaps you should choose KU as your new employer!

Required Qualifications

• Australian recognised tertiary qualifications in Speech Pathology
• Current registration with Speech Pathology Australia
• Experience in establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Experience in supporting the developmental needs of children
• Experience in administering and scoring a range of assessments
• Experience in report writing and providing feedback to families
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Exceptional communication skills, written and oral
• Proficient using Microsoft Office package and online databases.
• Meticulous time management and organisation skills
• Current drivers’ license and use of a comprehensively insured, registered motor vehicle
• Senior First Aid Certificate
• Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Check or willing to obtain
• A Medicare Provider number or willing to obtain

Benefits

• Work life balance
• Generous annual pay increases
• Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave
• Access to a variety of salary packaging options
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers
• KU focuses on holistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal
• Access to extensive professional learning
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision
• Comprehensive IT equipment package
• Travel allowance (in line with company policies and procedures)
• Well‑resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces
• Coaching and mentoring with experienced colleagues

How do you apply?

Sarah Davies, HR Generalist on 02 9268 3959 or via email

Child Safety

KU Children’s Services is committed to being a child safe organisation. We put children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation. All KU staff contribute to maintaining our child safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs. KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.