Senior Speech Pathologist

5 hours ago

Liverpool New South Wales, Australia Flex Physiotherapy Elite Allied Healthcare Full time $90,000 - $135,000 per year
Senior / Lead Speech Pathologist – Department Lead Pathway

Flex Allied Health, Liverpool NSW

Full-time or part-time | Hybrid clinic & community | Liverpool NSW | Immediate start

Flex Allied Health (formerly Flex Physiotherapy Elite Allied Healthcare)

About the role

Step into leadership, or grow confidently towards it, as part of a high-performing multidisciplinary team. This position offers a rare balance of leadership, autonomy, and clinical purpose, ideal for an experienced Speech Pathologist ready to shape a service while maintaining a meaningful, hands-on caseload.

You'll set clinical standards, support and supervise juniors and students, and collaborate closely with psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dietetics and behaviour support to deliver truly integrated care. You'll also contribute to service development, resources, and quality improvement, with full support from our leadership team.

We welcome both established senior clinicians and experienced Speech Pathologists ready to take the next step into a supported leadership position.

Why Flex Allied Health

At Flex, we've built a culture that values excellence, growth and genuine work-life balance. You'll be trusted to lead and supported to thrive.

  • Salary: $90,000 – $135,000 + super (based on experience, reviewed at 6 months)
  • Billable targets: Structured for quality care, with adjusted expectations during leadership and supervision duties
  • PD: $2,000 annual allowance + weekly internal professional development + external support from experienced clinicians in niche areas such as swallowing
  • Leave: Up to 5 weeks available through flexible leave arrangements
  • Flexibility: Full-time or part-time options with hybrid clinic/community work and flexible admin time
  • Tools: iPad, computer, assessment library, paid software licences, full admin support
  • Pathway: Clear progression to Clinical Lead or Department Manager, with salary and responsibility growth

The Flex Difference

  • Full administrative support for diary management, referrals, reports, and service agreements, so you can focus on clinical work.
  • Local travel only, with paid kilometres and travel time for community visits.
  • Autonomy and trust We focus on outcomes and professional growth, not rigid KPIs.
  • Visa sponsorship and relocation support available for eligible candidates.
About You

You're a capable, confident clinician who values quality, collaboration, and growth. You'll bring:

  • A recognised degree in Speech Pathology and current Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) membership
  • Minimum 2 years' experience working with paediatric, adult, or mixed caseloads
  • Strong skills in assessment, clinical reasoning, and family-centred care
  • Confidence in supervising and mentoring junior staff and students
  • Current NSW Working With Children Check, NDIS Worker Check, National Police Check, and a valid driver licence
Desirable Experience
  • Experience supporting clients with ASD, AAC, early intervention, literacy, feeding, or neurological rehabilitation
  • Confidence delivering training and education to parents, educators, and support teams
How to Apply

If you're ready to step into a senior role where your leadership and expertise truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Click apply or send your resume and cover letter to using the subject line Senior Speech Pathologist – Department Lead.

For a confidential discussion, call and ask for the Practice Manager.

Applications are reviewed promptly. Interviews will take place in November for a January 2026 commencement.

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