New Graduate Speech Pathologist (Lvl 1) - Paediatrics - Temp FT
Requisition ID: REQ699329
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week up until January 2029
Remuneration: $1,522.06 - $1,778.52 per week+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital - Speech Pathology
Applications close: 25/10/2026 Please Note: Interviews for the position will be held on Friday 13th November and will be in-person, unless extenuating circumtances exist,
Contact: Brooke Butt - Paediatric Team Leader Speech Pathology Liverpool Hospital on Swslhd-liverpoolspeechpathologyrecruitment@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Obtaining your Speech Pathology degree in 2026? Enjoy working with children? Start your career at Liverpool Hospital working in the paediatric outpatient service.
Applications are now open for the Paediatric Speech Pathology New Graduate position at Liverpool Hospital. Liverpool Hospital is an innovative and diverse paediatric service known for a number of award winning interventions. The role is a community outpatient role and includes individual, group, multidisciplinary clinics and school based services.
Open to new graduates who are completing their Speech Pathology course in 2026.
All Graduate Speech Pathology positions include:
- Structured clinical supervision
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to the NSW Health Paediatric Speech Pathology Early Career Program
- Potential contract extension opportunities
- Opportunity to apply for The Tertiary Health Study Subsidies
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Demonstrate you are a new graduate who has completed a bachelor or post graduate degree in Speech Pathology in 2026, which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia as evidenced by upload of the most recent academic transcript and latest paediatric COMPASS documents.
- Demonstrate an understanding of skills required to deliver Speech Pathology services to paediatrics in a busy community health type setting.
- Describe your understanding of reflective practice and its application to the clinical setting, including examples.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the skills required to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and how you have applied this in your clinical experiences thus far.
- Provide a 4min video application following the instructions found here: https://youtu.be/f_O9Xfv0anw
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
