Senior Speech Pathologist - Paediatrics (Aboriginal Services) - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ689706
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Remuneration: $121,568.00 - $125,507.00 per Annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 20/09/2026
Contact: Tia Croft - Head of Department Speech Pathology on 0422 007 995 | Tia.Croft@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
KARI Foundation | Make a lasting impact in the lives of Aboriginal children and young people
- Join KARI Foundation, a respected Aboriginal organisation dedicated to empowering children, families, and communities through holistic, family-centred services.
- Provide culturally safe, strengths-based speech pathology support to Aboriginal children and young people in Out-of-Home Care and the wider community.
- Be part of a unique partnership between KARI Foundation and the Paediatric Speech Pathology team at Liverpool Hospital.
- Access professional supervision, clinical support, and opportunities to collaborate across hospital and community settings to achieve better outcomes for Aboriginal children and young people.
Are You the Right Fit?
As a Senior Speech Pathologist (Level 3), you'll play a key role in supporting Aboriginal children and young people to reach their full potential. This is an opportunity to combine clinical expertise with leadership, working alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team to deliver meaningful, culturally safe care across a variety of settings.
- Experienced in assessing and managing communication difficulties in children and young people, with a commitment to evidence-based practice.
- Passionate about delivering culturally safe, trauma-informed, and family-centred care that supports lasting outcomes.
- Skilled at building strong relationships with children, families, carers, schools, and other professionals to achieve shared goals.
- Confident working across clinic, school, and community settings as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
- Ready to take on a leadership role through staff supervision, mentoring, and contributing to service innovation and continuous improvement.
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.
- Bachelor or post graduate degree in Speech Pathology which provides eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.
- Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and postgraduate experience and skills in assessing and managing paediatric clients with a variety of communication and literacy difficulties.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in issues surrounding Speech Pathology management of Aboriginal children and children in Out of Home Care (OOHC).
- Demonstrated experience supervising staff and/or students.
- Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
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
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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.
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