SWAT - Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist – Shape the Future of Disability Services

South West Allied Therapies (SWAT)

Eaton/Bunbury, WA | Permanent | Full-time or Part-time (38 hrs/week)

Ready to join a team that thinks differently?At SWAT, we're not just another therapy provider. We're a crew of innovators who challenge the status quo and create fresh ways to deliver disability services. Our strength lies in collaboration; sharing ideas, skills, and resources to make a real impact.

We know the sector has faced big changes recently, and we've felt them too. That's why we've built a workplace that prioritises balance, flexibility, wellbeing and growth. Because empowered therapists make empowered communities. From 4-day work week trials, flexible hours, and remote options to community CLUBS and mentoring programmes, we're here to help you thrive while doing work that matters.

About Us

SWAT is the leading provider of Functional Capacity Building services in WA's South West, from Early Intervention to Assistive Technology and home/community-based supports. Our vision? To revolutionise disability services through evidence-based practice and bold ideas.

The future we envision is built strength-based community shaped by the individuals, families, and organisations that live in it. A community enriched by diversity where individuals use their strengths whilst having fun supporting each other in creating meaningful and fulfilling lives.

The Role

We're looking for a Speech Pathologist to join our transdisciplinary team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, educators, psychologist, and allied health assistants. You'll work across homes, schools, workplaces, daycares, and our SWAT spaces—including our Living Skills House.

Your caseload will be varied and exciting, with opportunities to:

• Support AAC users and complex communication needs
• Work in paediatric feeding and dysphagia
• Develop phonological awareness and intelligibility
• Build social communication skills

You'll also contribute to service development and quality improvement; and if you're experienced, you can mentor others and lead in your areas of strength.

What We're Looking For

• Clinical knowledge in AAC and complex communication needs
• Experience with dysphagia and mealtime management
• Ability to innovate and adapt service models using evidence-based practice
• Skills in training, mentoring, and supporting team members and students
• Degree in Speech Pathology and eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership
• WA driver's licence

Desirable: Postgraduate qualifications and 3–5 years' clinical experience.

Why SWAT?

We've designed a workplace that feels good to be part of:

• Practice Education Program (PEP) for regular clinical and operational supervision
• THRiVE Mentoring Program for growth and wellbeing
• Support Squad to help you settle in
• 156 hours of PD annually (approx. 20 days), plus 5 days study leave and PD allowance
• Paid Key Worker training in Year 1, increasing PD allowance in subsequent years
• Opportunities to lead Quality Improvement initiatives
• Competitive salary + super + incentives
• Fleet vehicles, mobile, IT systems, and an incredible Operations Team

Applications close: 11pm Wednesday, 10 December 2025

Enquiries: Terri Earl – |

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South West Allied Therapies is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

SWAT is registered for sponsorship of 482 and 492 visa holders.

NOTE: Employment is under M.K Benjamin & R.S Wright t/a South West Allied Therapies.