New Graduate Speech Pathologist

Kickstart your career at Northcott with support and growth.

Your first role sets the tone for your career — and we want that tone to be confident, supported, and sustainable.

Start your career with purpose at Northcott, where you'll make a real difference from day one. Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, 5 weeks' annual leave, salary packaging to boost your pay, and ongoing training to support your growth. It's the perfect place for new grads to thrive.

This is more than a job — it's a supportive career launchpad where your learning, wellbeing, and purpose are genuinely prioritised.

Why work with us?

At Northcott Therapy, we support people of all ages with disability to live more independently through evidence-based, family-centred therapy.

As a New Graduate Speech Pathologist, you'll be based at one of our well-resourced clinic hubs in Toowoomba, working alongside a truly multi-disciplinary team. You'll be surrounded by experienced clinicians and administrative support, giving you everything you need to focus on growing your skills.

Join a trusted organisation with 90+ years of impact—where your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.

About your role: 

As a Graduate Speech Pathologist, I will deliver engaging, evidence-based therapy that makes a meaningful impact under the NDIS and other funding models. I will support both children and adults in achieving their communication and swallowing goals. Through collaboration with families, carers, and a supportive multi-disciplinary team, I will learn to manage my caseload and calendar with guidance. Step by step, I will grow into a confident and capable therapist, ready to make a real difference.

Our New Graduate Program Includes:

• A structured 3-month onboarding plan
• Gradual caseload and calendar build-up (metered start)
• Weekly supervision and regular check-ins
• Peer mentoring and clinical huddles
• Wraparound support from your multi-disciplinary team
• Practical resources, tools, and admin assistance
• Ongoing professional development beyond the program

You Can Make a Difference

I'm passionate about helping people communicate, connect, and thrive. Whether I'm early in my career or bringing years of experience, I believe in meaningful work, collaboration, and continuous learning.

I will bring:

• Recognised degree in Speech Pathology (or graduating soon)
• SPA membership (or eligibility)
• Driver's Licence + access to a car (or use our pool cars)
• WWCC & NDIS Worker Screening (or willingness to obtain)
  

Why you'll love working with us

• Flexible Work Options – We offer both part-time and full-time roles so you can find the work-life balance that suits you, with realistic caseloads and achievable utilisation targets.
• Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport and reduced insurance.
• Perkbox – Access everyday savings, discounts, and wellbeing resources — our way of supporting you beyond the pay packet.
  
• Competitive Salary – Earn up to $90,000 + super + salary packaging, plus paid travel time, kilometre reimbursement, or access to pool cars.
• Supportive Culture – Be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team with regular peer supervision and support from clinical experts across multiple states.
• Professional Development – Receive 10 days of dedicated PD leave each year, plus a $1,000 allowance to support your ongoing growth.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience for the role.

Click to view our New Graduate Program flyer and learn more about what's waiting for you at Northcott.

Northcott reviews applications throughout the recruitment process, often before the closing date, and we will advise you of the outcome. For general enquiries about the role, please contact