Speech Pathologist

Senior Speech Pathologist – Hearth (Melbourne, Australia)

Base pay: A$90,000 – A$120,000 per year. Additional PD budget of $2,000 per year.

Hearth is a trusted NDIS-registered provider committed to high-quality, person-centred support. We’re looking for a Senior Speech Pathologist who will support clients with a range of communication needs and help our multidisciplinary team deliver outstanding care.

About The Role

• Manage a diverse NDIS caseload across a variety of disabilities.
• Work with children (9+) and adults in homes, schools, and community settings.
• Support clients with AAC, swallowing/dysphagia, and complex communication needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of OTs, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, and PBS Practitioners.
• Provide supervision and mentoring to early-career Speech Pathologists.
• Support quality practice improvement and contribute to broader clinical projects.

Why You'll Love Working at Hearth

• Exceptional team culture – supportive, down-to-earth, and values-led.
• Multidisciplinary team environment – collaborative learning and problem solving.
• Meaningful work – help people with disability live the life they want.
• Professional development – ongoing mentoring, external supervision, CPD opportunities.
• Generous PD budget – $2,000 + 5 CPD days per year (pro rata).
• Realistic KPIs & manageable caseloads designed to support quality practice.
• Flexible work options – hybrid arrangements.
• Positive, connected workplace – social events, team building, wellbeing activities.
• Relocation assistance – support for relocating to Melbourne can be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech Pathology.
• Minimum 3 years of experience (preferred).
• Experience in the disability and/or community sector (preferred).
• Skills in AAC, swallowing/dysphagia, and complex communication needs.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• A collaborative, team-focused approach and comfort working in a multidisciplinary environment.
• A positive, proactive attitude and commitment to ongoing learning and reflective practice.
• Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) or eligibility to obtain.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Working with Children Check (Victoria).
• Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Ready to Make the Move?

If you’re a NZ-based clinician who is passionate about meaningful, person-centred practice, keen to work with a supportive, multidisciplinary team, and ready to explore a new life and career in Melbourne, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your cover letter and CV, or contact Cassie Kenyon, General Manager Allied Health, at cassie.kenyon@hearthaustralia.com.au for a confidential conversation about the role, the team, and what relocating to Melbourne with Hearth could look like for you.