Speech Pathologist – Paediatrics

About the role

A highly regarded paediatric service in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie is looking for a Speech Pathologist to provide evidence-based assessment and therapy to children with communication, literacy, feeding and swallowing needs. The role suits someone with at least two years of postgraduate experience who wants flexible shifts, weekly clinical supervision and a supportive team. It is available full-time or part-time, with a negotiable start date.

Key responsibilities

• Provide engaging, evidence-based assessment and therapy to children with speech sound development, expressive and receptive language, stuttering, literacy, feeding and swallowing, play and connection, and AAC needs.
• Work mainly in a well-resourced clinic, with occasional school or home visits and group programs.
• Collaborate with children, families and other professionals to develop individualised therapy plans.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Current Speech Pathology Australia membership.
• At least two years of postgraduate experience desired; experience or interest in paediatrics helpful.
• Unrestricted Australian working rights.
• Warm, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.

What we offer

• Salary of $91,000-$117,000 plus super, with transparent quarterly bonuses.
• Flexible shifts, including Friday afternoons off, with manageable billable targets.
• Weekly 1:1 clinical supervision, 60-minute peer mentoring and structured development.
• $1,500 annual professional development allowance and access to programs such as Hanen, Sounds-Write and Lidcombe.
• Dedicated admin support and modern clinical resources.