Speech Pathologist - Deputy Head of Department - Coastal Network Bega
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - 2 December 2025 to 13 October 2026
Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 3
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 per hour
Hours Per Week: 34
Requisition ID: REQ620156
Applications Close: 21 November 2025
Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing
About the Service
Speech Pathologist – Make a Lasting Impact in Rural Healthcare
Looking to grow your career and make a genuine difference? Join (Site/Service), where your skills as a Speech Pathologist will help people across all stages of life—from newborns to older adults—find their voice, improve their communication, and regain essential functions.
As part of a rural, multidisciplinary team, you’ll experience a rewarding mix of clinical work, autonomy, and meaningful patient relationships in a setting where your expertise is truly valued.
Help voices be heard in our rural communities.
Support for
- Applicants for this position may qualify for the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme (RHWIS)
- Working within SNSWLHD
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Salary packaging options
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations
- A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle
- Moving to the area? Visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
What you'll be doing
The Speech Pathology Network Deputy Head of Department works under the direction of the Network Head of Department, and is responsible for leading site based Speech Pathologists in the delivery of quality Speech Pathology services across the network.
The Deputy Head of Department supports operational, strategic and professional management of clinical staff under the leadership of the Head of Department. The Deputy Head of Department will carry a clinical caseload in line with network clinical requirements.
Selection Criteria
- Tertiary qualification as a Speech Pathologist and eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
- Demonstrated highly proficient written, verbal, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated clinical proficiency and ability to lead a clinical team, including provision of supervision, support and training to staff.
- Ability to prioritise and organise the clinical workloads within a team that may span more than one regional site within the Network.
- Experience in developing and optimising a range of clinical services, including protocols and new services.
- Evidence of ongoing personal continuous professional development.
- Demonstrated experience in and commitment to service development, quality improvement and leading the implementation of evidence based practice.
- Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.
We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team
Information for applicants
Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Southern NSW 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.
At Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact estelle.roberts1@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. www.immi.gov.au
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For role related queries or questions contact Sharon Newman on Sharon.Newman@health.nsw.gov.au
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