Speech Pathology role in a supportive, multidisciplinary paediatric clinic

Coral Tree Kids; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working days/hours

Mentoring for new graduates

Professional development opportunities

Varied paediatric caseload

Clinical autonomy within a team

Dedicated therapy spaces and onsite停车

Job summary

Coral Tree Kids Health & Therapy Clinic in Epping is seeking a Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join a supportive multidisciplinary team. The role is initially part-time with potential for full-time hours for the right candidate.

We welcome both experienced clinicians and new graduates, offering mentoring and a flexible start date. The clinic emphasises neuroaffirming, child-centred care and collaboration with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• Commitment to neuroaffirming, evidence-informed and child-centred practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Initiative, creativity and willingness to contribute to a growing clinic.
• Interest in paediatric feeding therapy, group programmes or multidisciplinary care would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech pathology assessments and individual therapy.
• Develop and facilitate group therapy sessions, including social communication groups and school readiness programs.
• Work collaboratively with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians and medicalpractitioners.
• Participate in multidisciplinary assessments and programs.
• Support children and families to achieve meaningful communication goals.
• Provide therapy at our Epping clinic, with opportunities for school, daycare and home visits.
• Contribute to development of new services and programs as the clinic grows.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Initiative

Creativity

Feeding therapy interest

Education

Speech Pathology qualification

Job description

Speech Pathology role in a supportive, multidisciplinary paediatric clinic

We're looking for a passionate Paediatric Speech Pathologist to join our supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team at Coral Tree Kids Health & Therapy Clinic in Epping.

This is initially a part-time position, with full-time hours considered for the right candidate. We welcome applications from both experienced clinicians and new graduates and are flexible with the start date to accommodate the right person.

Whether you're completing your studies, finishing an existing contract or working out a notice period, we'd love to hear from you!

About Coral Tree Kids

Coral Tree Kids is an independent multidisciplinary paediatric health and therapy clinic bringing medical and allied health professionals together under one roof.

Our mission is to provide holistic, evidence-informed and neuroaffirming care in an inclusive, compassionate environment where every child's individuality is respected and their unique strengths are nurtured.

We work in partnership with children, families and other professionals to build confidence, develop capacity and help children live their best lives.

Our Values

• Compassion and inclusion: Creating a welcoming environment where every child, family and clinician feels respected, valued and supported.
• Neuroaffirming, child-centred care: Celebrating neurodiversity, respecting individual differences and supporting goals that are meaningful to each child and their family.
• Collaboration and partnership: Working together across disciplines and alongside families, educators and other professionals to provide coordinated care.
• Evidence-informed practice and continuous learning: Encouraging curiosity, innovation, professional development and reflective practice.

We are committed to creating a workplace where clinicians feel supported, enjoy coming to work and have the flexibility to maintain a healthy work–life balance.

About the role

You'll have the opportunity to develop a varied paediatric caseload, providing individualised assessment and therapy to children with a range of speech, language/communication and feeding needs.

Depending on your experience and interests, your role may include:

• Providing speech pathology assessments and individual therapy.
• Developing and facilitating group therapy sessions, including social communication groups, school readiness programs and school holiday programs.
• Working collaboratively with our occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians and medical practitioners.
• Participating in multidisciplinary assessments and programs.
• Supporting children and families to achieve meaningful communication goals.
• Providing therapy at our Epping clinic, with opportunities for school, daycare and home visits.
• Contributing to the development of new services and programs as our clinic continues to grow.

What we offer

We want Coral Tree Kids to be somewhere clinicians genuinely enjoy working. We're committed to providing a supportive, friendly and flexible workplace that recognises the importance of work–life balance.

• Flexible working days and hours, with opportunities to increase your hours as the clinic grows.
• A flexible commencement date for the right candidate.
• A friendly and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Support and mentoring appropriate to your experience, including for new graduates.
• Opportunities for professional development and to pursue your clinical interests.
• A varied and rewarding paediatric caseload.
• Clinical autonomy within a supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to develop and participate in group programs and multidisciplinary services.
• Dedicated therapy spaces, including a therapy gym, smaller sensory therapy spaces and kids kitchen, with onsite parking and convenient access to public transport.
• The opportunity to help shape a growing paediatric clinic and become a valued long‑term member of our team.
• And you'll also get to meet George, our very friendly therapy dog in training!

About you

We're looking for someone who is compassionate, enthusiastic and genuinely enjoys working with children and their families. We're interested in finding someone who wants to develop their clinical skills and become a valued long‑term member of our team.

• A recognised qualification in Speech Pathology and eligibility for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
• A commitment to neuroaffirming, evidence-informed and child‑centred practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Initiative, creativity and a willingness to contribute to a growing clinic.
• An interest in paediatric feeding therapy, group programmes or multidisciplinary care would be highly regarded.

Interested in paediatric feeding therapy?

An interest or experience in paediatric feeding therapy would be a bonus!

We're developing NOURISH, our multidisciplinary feeding therapy program, and would love to welcome a Speech Pathologist who is interested in contributing to this service alongside our occupational therapists and dietitians.

Previous feeding therapy experience isn't essential. We'd also welcome someone who is enthusiastic about developing their knowledge and skills in this area.

• Flexible working days and hours, with opportunities to increase your hours as the clinic grows
• A flexible commencement date for the right candidate
• A friendly and collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Support and mentoring appropriate to your experience
• Opportunities for professional development and to pursue your clinical interests
• A varied and rewarding paediatric caseload
• Clinical autonomy within a supportive team environment
• Opportunities to develop and participate in group programmes and multidisciplinary services
• Dedicated therapy spaces, including a sensory room and kids kitchen, with onsite parking and convenient access to public transport
• And you'll get to work alongside George, our very friendly therapy dog in training, who is an important part of the Coral Tree Kids team!