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Join our passionate team at Speech Pathology Tasmania! We offer a supportive workplace with mentorship and the chance to make a real impact. Explore our opportunities and grow with us.
Work with Us: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Working with us at Speech Pathology Tasmania will give you:
- Opportunities to work with children, young people, and adults with a variety of communication and swallowing needs, or to specialise in early intervention or complex communication needs.
- Autonomy to manage your workload and pursue specific areas of interest and skill development.
- Opportunity to work in our clinic and/or off-site at schools, homes, or other venues.
- Time allocation for administration duties during work hours.
- Access to a wide range of assessment tools and resources.
Speech Pathology Tasmania is a proud leader in clinical development and mentorship, ensuring our Speech Pathologists are fully supported through:
- Weekly and fortnightly internal speech pathology networking and professional sessions within both speech and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ongoing supervision and mentoring tailored to each individual’s needs.
- Two team day workshops per year.
- A fun, caring, and successful team of over 20 Speech Pathologists and Speech Therapy Assistants to collaborate with, learn from, and receive support.
Benefits for Speech Language Pathologists
- Training opportunities, both internal and external
- Financial assistance for professional education
- Paid leave for study related to your profession
- Reimbursement for work-related use of personal devices or service salary
- Continuous learning with an individual professional development fund
- Career advancement opportunities
- Coverage of professional membership fees
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous leave entitlements
- Personal laptop
Work with Us: Speech Therapy Assistants (STA)
At Speech Pathology Tasmania, we actively employ speech pathology students as Speech Therapy Assistants (STA) to provide them with valuable hands-on experience. This approach allows us to contribute to clinical development and ensures quality practice with our clients. However, STAs can also have a background as a teacher assistant or equivalent experience in Allied Health or Disability Services.
How Does the Role Work?
Typical sessions are alternated between a therapist and an STA, where a client sees the therapist for one session and the STA for the following three to four sessions. In some cases, therapy assistants may conduct sessions less frequently, depending on the client’s needs. Sometimes a Speech Therapy Assistant will work alongside a Speech Pathologist in running small group programs in the clinic or at a school or other venues.
The Speech Pathologist sets the goals and gives clear instructions and support to the STA to follow those plans, focusing on the same targets.
Sessions last 45 minutes, with an additional 10 minutes for preparation and record keeping. STAs may conduct sessions at schools, preschools, or homes, and travel time is compensated.
Benefits for Speech Therapy Assistants
- One-on-one supervision with a qualified Speech Pathologist monthly.
- Attend professional development sessions with a senior therapist once a term.
- A personal laptop with access to therapy resources.
Work with Us: Graduate Program
Building Confidence and Competence
The SPT Graduate Program is a full-time role designed to help new Speech Pathologists transition smoothly into their professional careers.
With regular clinical supervision and mentoring from senior Speech Pathologists, graduates are guided through staged caseload increases to prevent overwhelm while building confidence and expertise.
The graduate will attend monthly In-Service meetings that promote professional growth. They will participate in peer observations and will have team connections to encourage collaboration and skill-sharing. Additionally, graduates will have access a comprehensive selection of assessment tools, therapy resources, and administrative support.
The program includes external professional development opportunities, such as certifications in DIR/Floortime, the Orton-Gillingham Language Approach, and Circle of Security Parenting™ program.
This well-rounded support network helps new graduates build strong foundations in clinical practice, client management, and ongoing professional development.
Benefits for Graduates
- Structured support to ease transition into professional practice
- Personalised clinical supervision and mentoring
- Gradual caseload increases to build confidence
- Access to diverse assessment tools and therapy resources
- Monthly In-Services meetings for continuous professional development
- Opportunities for certifications (e.g., DIR/Floortime, OG-Language Approach)
- Strong team support through peer observations and mentoring
- Administrative support to streamline daily tasks
- Encouragement of professional growth aligned with individual interests and needs.
Our Commitment to Values, Governance, and Workplace Culture
Get in Touch – Join Our Team Today!
Interested in working with Speech Pathology Tasmania? We’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re a speech pathologist, therapy assistant, or part of our support team, we value passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.
Use the form below to submit your application, enquire about current opportunities, or ask any questions you may have. Our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
We look forward to welcoming you to Speech Pathology Tasmania.
For more information, feel free to call us at (03) 6234 5717.
What our staff say about working at SPT
“At SPT, we believe in building strong, meaningful relationships that support individual growth and ensure that each person feels heard and valued. The variety of cases keeps my work engaging and fulfilling. It’s a place where continuous learning and growth are encouraged.”
Speech Pathologist
“SPT supports my need for flexible hours, and appreciates team members for who they are beyond their role. I feel valued. I am encouraged and challenged in my role. It’s a joy to work in such a supportive team.”
Projects & Communications Lead
“Working at SPT has been both rewarding and dynamic. Each day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives by supporting their communication development.”
Speech Pathologist
“I love coming to work with such an experienced and supportive team. We have fun at work and are always learning new skills. Also, I love the snacks – snacks are the best!”
Speech Pathologist
“Two of the many reasons I love working for SPT are: a) The diversity of both my caseload, and the type of work I do across the year. I love working with schools and nursing homes, adults and children, assessments and intervention… and more! b)The flexibility and work life balance, which are respected as part of our key values.”
Speech Pathologist
