Speech Pathologist - Early Start Australia Graduate Program

Overview

Join a closely connected allied health environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues, build strong professional relationships, and make a meaningful difference for children and their families from your first day. The program offers hands-on guidance, mentoring, and training designed to help you gain confidence while developing your clinical practice.

Graduate Program

This is a 12-month graduate pathway created to support the transition from student to independent therapist. The program includes a structured onboarding process, clinical coaching, and practical learning opportunities throughout the week.

• Begin with a structured induction, including clinical skills training and support from a dedicated buddy.
• Observe experienced clinicians before taking on independent sessions.
• Take part in weekly supervision with a senior clinician.
• Increase your caseload gradually with guided support.
• Build learning and development into your weekly schedule.
• Receive ongoing guidance from the multidisciplinary team and team leader.

Role at the Hobart Clinic

In this position, you will provide early intervention speech pathology support to children and their families. The work focuses on improving communication, participation, and independence through tailored, evidence-based care.

• Complete both formal and informal assessments to understand speech, language, and developmental needs.
• Design and deliver individual therapy plans that reflect family priorities and each child’s needs.
• Partner with families, caregivers, and other professionals through a key worker and transdisciplinary model.
• Track client progress and update therapy plans as required.
• Offer guidance, practical resources, and support so families can confidently carry therapy into daily life.
• Prepare accurate notes, reports, and NDIS documentation within required deadlines.
• Develop effective working relationships with schools, health professionals, and support coordinators to improve client outcomes.

Support and Development

• A dedicated buddy to help you settle into the team.
• One-on-one supervision with an experienced clinician.
• Peer and discipline-specific support sessions.
• Administrative assistance so you can focus on learning and therapy delivery.
• A CPD allowance plus paid professional development leave.
• Structured training in both clinical and interpersonal skills.
• A clear development pathway from graduate to confident independent clinician.
• Access to local and international career pathways through the APM Group.

Wellbeing, Flexibility and Rewards

• Up to 12 weeks of annual leave.
• Flexible work arrangements as you progress.
• Wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Competitive graduate pay with a bonus program.
• Support toward registration and professional membership costs.
• Relocation support of up to $5,000 where eligible.

What You Need

Applicants should hold a relevant qualification in Speech Pathology and meet the registration or membership requirements for the profession. You will also need a driver’s licence, access to a vehicle, appropriate checks, and the ability to communicate and document work clearly.

• Speech Pathology qualification relevant to the role.
• Membership or registration with the relevant professional body (SPA).
• Current driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• Current Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People registration, depending on the state.
• NDIS worker screening check and police check.
• Accredited first aid and CPR certificate.
• Strong communication and organisational ability.
• Excellent observation and report-writing skills.

About the Organisation

The organisation is a committed allied health provider supporting children and young people to reach their potential. Its multidisciplinary teams work with families to deliver engaging, personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive, and social development. As a registered NDIS provider and part of a larger group, it combines the reach of a global organisation with the close support of local teams.

Equal Opportunity

The employer values respect, equity, and diversity. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.