Speech Language Pathologist

About the role

Little Star Speech Therapy is seeking an experienced Speech Pathologist to join their established private practice in Newcastle on a permanent part-time or casual basis. Initially 2 days per week with the opportunity to increase to 3 days as demand grows, you will work independently managing your own caseload and clinical day, while having an experienced clinician available for support and discussion when needed.

Key responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload independently

• Deliver high-quality paediatric speech pathology assessment and intervention services

• Work with children, adolescents and their families across speech, language and communication disorders

• Produce excellent report writing and clinical documentation

• Collaborate with an experienced Speech Pathologist and Director when needed

About you

• 3+ years' clinical experience
• Current Speech Pathology Australia membership/registration
• Strong skills in paediatric assessment and intervention
• Experience across speech, language and communication disorders
• Excellent report writing and clinical documentation skills
• The ability to independently manage a caseload
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A warm, approachable and family-centred manner
• A commitment to evidence-based practice
• Experience in stuttering/fluency, speech sound disorders, language, literacy and paediatric assessment will be highly regarded

About us

Little Star Speech Therapy is an established and highly regarded private practice in Newcastle, supporting children, adolescents and their families for over 13 years. We are an independent Newcastle practice, not a large corporate organisation. We value clinical expertise, professional autonomy and genuine relationships with families.

Benefits

• Flexible half-day or full-day options
• Initially 2 days per week, with the opportunity to increase to 3 or more days
• An established caseload both NDIS funded clients and private clients
• A fully equipped, welcoming private clinic
• Your own dedicated clinical space
• Extensive assessment and therapy resources
• Practice management system and established administrative systems
• Genuine clinical autonomy
• A supportive, professional and family-focused environment

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a brief cover letter and CV to [email protected]