• Seeking a Paediatric Speech Pathologist
• Locations: Officer, Truganina & Notting Hill, VIC
• Employment Status - Full time or Part-Time

Looking for a paediatric speech pathology role where you can focus on clinical impact rather than unrealistic targets?

Join bestchance Children’s Therapy Services, a not-for-profit allied health service delivering early intervention and therapy supports to children and families across Victoria.

At bestchance Children’s Therapy Services (CTS), we support children and families through early intervention, therapy and capacity-building supports, working across Clinics, Homes, Schools, Kindergartens, Community settings and SRF programs and workshops.

Whether you are a new graduate seeking structured mentorship or an experienced speech pathologist wanting a collaborative environment, CTS offers strong supervision, achievable workloads and genuine career development.

Why Clinicians Choose CTS

Strong Clinical Supervision

• Regular clinical supervision aligned with Speech Pathology Australia expectations
• Operational supervision from experienced Senior Clinicians
• Collaborative case discussions and team learning

New Graduate Support and Professional Growth

• Structured New Graduate Support Program
• Mentorship from experienced clinicians
• Gradual caseload development
• $1,000 professional development allowance + 5 days PD leave (pro rata for part time)
• Supportive multidisciplinary team
• Clear professional growth pathways

Professional Development

• $1,000 PD allowance + 5 days PD leave (pro rata for full time)
• Opportunities to deliver SRF workshops and educator training
• Pathways into clinical leadership and supervision roles

A Culture That Puts People First

• Smaller allied health team where you are known and supported
• Leaders who prioritise clinician wellbeing
• Paid administration time
• Flexibility to structure your schedule

Not for Profit Benefits

• Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 each FBT year plus Meal & Entertainment
• Paid Parental Leave program for all on-going employees (after 12 months of service)
• Discounted rates (50% off gap fee) for staff at all bestchance childcare centres
• Access to Employee Wellbeing Program

The Role

You will support children and families through:

• Early intervention speech and language therapy
• Capacity building with parents and educators
• School Readiness Funding programs
• Community, clinic and school-based services

You will deliver family-centred therapy and coaching, supporting children to develop communication skills and confidence.

Our Key Worker Model promotes collaboration and holistic support for families.

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant Qualifications and current registration with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a qualified Speech Pathologist delivering therapy supports across a range of settings (Highly Desirable)
• Experience or interested in paediatric therapy
• Experience working in the NDIS sector (Desirable but not necessary)
• Current Working with children check
• NDIS workers screening check (or willing to obtain)
• Unrestricted Australian working rights
• Passionate about early intervention and family-centred practice
• A strong communicator who enjoys working with families and educators
• Comfortable working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Minimum 3 days of commitment required.
• You must hold a valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Our Clinicians Stay

• Realistic KPIs
• Genuine supervision and mentorship
• Strong team culture
• Flexible working arrangements
• Meaningful work supporting children and families

If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can grow professionally while maintaining balance, we would love to hear from you.

About us:

bestchance Child Family Care is a not-for-profit organisation with the aim of building stronger communities, healthier families and happier childhoods. We achieve this through our quality education, care and therapy services for children, our support programs for families, and our registered training organisation.

bestchance Child Family Care provides a supportive environment to grow, nurture and develop strong bonds with children and families.

Apply Now

Enquiries: [email protected] using the subject line: Paediatric Speech Pathologist - Officer & Truganina enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Learn more: https://www.bestchance.org.au/

bestchance is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are committed to child safety and have zero tolerance of child abuse. Applicants should be aware that we carry out Working with Children, Police Records and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people

Position Description-Speech Pathologist