Speech Language Pathologist

Commencement Date: September 2025 (Negotiable)

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent (part-time may be negotiable)

Salary Range: $100,600- $159,917 gross per annum - plus 12.75% superannuation employer contribution

Closing Date for Applications: This is an active advertisement with no official end date. Applicants will be interviewed upon reception of application, if suitable.

Catholic Education, Cairns

Our schools are nestled amongst ancient rainforests, pristine waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. And you can forget spending hours in the car or on a packed train. The hustle and bustle of the capital cities does not compare to our laidback commute.

The role and responsibilities of the Speech Language Pathologist will be to provide therapy services to students in schools and develop capacity within schools in meeting the needs of diverse learners. This involves working within a consultative framework including students, parents, teachers, learning support teachers, therapists, administration and external agencies.

This role is aimed at strengthening the individual skills of students to access the curriculum as well as support and train teaching staff in program implementation and management. The Speech Language Pathologist will work cooperatively with the Engagement Wellbeing & Learning Team, Principals and school staff to facilitate a holistic approach to learning for all students in our schools.

Frequent and regular school visits are a key component of this role.

• Formal qualifications in Speech Pathology at Degree level
• Eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia
• Demonstrated ability to select and apply current methodologies in the provision of speech language pathology services in an educational setting
• Demonstrated skills in diagnostic assessment and the implementation of programs and associated strategies to support the needs of students
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills necessary for good working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to operate in teams and develop professional networks
• Demonstrated capacity to provide professional learning opportunities for staff development that improve teaching and learning experiences of students
• Evidence of a current Working with Children Blue Card
• Possession of a current/valid Queensland Driver's Licence
• Eligibility to work within Australia for the period of this appointment
• A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision and ethos of Catholic Education
• Promote child safety at all times

• Competitive Salary range $100,600- $159,917 per annum pending experience
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
• Fitness passport membership available
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Applications must include a resume and cover letter (not more than 2 pages) addressing the essential duties and responsibilities, as outlined in the position description.

Catholic Education Service encourages applicants to apply ASAP, interviews may be offered before the closing date.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Speech Pathologist Position Description.

For enquiries: Please call (07) 4050 9722

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.