Graduate or Early Career Speech Pathologist – Start Strong, Grow with Confidence

Are you a new graduate or early career Speech Pathologist ready to build a meaningful, supported, and rewarding career? Join a leading allied health provider where your development is prioritised, your voice is heard, and your work truly matters.

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Graduate or Early Career Speech Pathologist to join an amazing team either in Newcastle and/or the Hunter region. Whether you're fresh out of university or have up to a few years of experience, you’ll find the perfect environment here to learn, grow, and thrive.

Contact Jem on 0468760842 for more information or for similar roles across Newcastle/Hunter areas.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Highly competitive salaries - earn between $80,000 - $95,000 + Super depending on experience
• Tailored Development Pathways – Whether you're just starting or growing your early career, you'll receive the right level of supervision, mentoring, and responsibility.
• Flexible Work Options – Choose from full-time, part-time, flex days, or a 9-day fortnight to suit your lifestyle.
• Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside a multidisciplinary team that’s friendly, collaborative, and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.
• Structured Grad/Early Career Support – Benefit from weekly supervision, clinical guidance, and a gradual caseload build-up.
• Career Progression Built In – Explore specialty areas, leadership potential, or stay client-focused, this company supports your direction.
• Work-Life Balance – Fair billable expectations, protected admin time, and respect for boundaries.

Your Day-to-Day

• Provide evidence-based therapy to children and young people across a wide range of communication needs.
• Take part in both individual and group therapy delivery, including community workshops and parent engagement.
• Learn and grow through hands-on experience in assessments, clinical documentation, and therapy planning — with support as you need it.
• Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team that supports holistic client outcomes.
• Shape your caseload based on your areas of interest and strengths.

What’s in It for You

• Attractive, competitive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Generous Professional Development fund and dedicated learning time.
• Structured support program tailored to early career clinicians.
• Genuine flexibility and autonomy in how you work and where.
• Strong team culture – social, inclusive, and respectful.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your mental health and wellbeing.
• Beautiful, welcoming clinics designed to support clinicians and families alike.

Requirements/Skills

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology
• SPA membership
• Unrestricted Australian Working Rights
• All levels of experience encouraged to apply

Interested in this position?

Apply now or email your resume to Jem Melcher (Allied Health Division) on [email protected] or call +61 468 760 842 to hear more about the role.

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