Speech Pathology - New Graduate

Start your speech pathology career with a clear plan — not guesswork

Your first year shapes the clinician you become. So we've built a structured new graduate pathway that shows you exactly how you'll grow — clinically, professionally and in confidence.

This isn't a “figure it out as you go” role. It's a supported transition into paediatric practice, with the right people around you and a genuine investment in you finding your feet. At Access to Therapy, everything we do ladders up to three words — access, empathy and hope — for children and families across the greater Ipswich, Springfield and Logan region.

Our structured new graduate plan

From day one, you'll follow a clear pathway built to grow your confidence steadily:

•      A gradual caseload build — we ease you in rather than throwing you in the deep end

•      A strong clinic base at Springfield, supporting close collaboration with early childhood centres

•      Joint sessions and shadowing with experienced clinicians

•      Clear clinical frameworks to guide your sessions, so you're never guessing

•      Regular one-to-one supervision, plus protected time to plan and write reports

•      A clear salary progression that grows as you do — starting at $77,000 + super, rising to $82,000 + super at 6 months and $85,000 + super as you consolidate your caseload. Plus, a professional development allowance.

Your team — this is the difference

You won't be working in isolation. You'll be surrounded and supported every day by an experienced, multidisciplinary team:

•      In-clinic support from Speech Pathologists working in the clinic

•      Supervision from Alexis Taylor (Senior, Speech Pathologist)

•      Clinical leadership from Dr Victoria Sandham (Clinical Lead & Speech Pathologist, PhD)

•      Multi-discicplinary support from the Early Childhood Intervention and Occupational Therapy team

•      Onsite leadership and operational support from Callum Trevorrow (Physiotherapist & Director)

That means you're learning alongside experienced clinicians across disciplines — every single day.

What this role looks like

•      A paediatric caseload, focused on communication development and functional, everyday outcomes

•      Working across our Springfield clinic, schools and kindergartens, and early childhood settings

•      Partnering with families and educators to support each child where they are

•      Evidence-based, family-centred practice with the support to keep learning

Why this role stands out

•      A genuine new graduate structure — a real plan, not a title

•      A clear, structured salary progression tied to your development — not a vague promise

•      A multidisciplinary team around you (speech pathology, occupational therapy, early childhood intervention)

•      A strong clinic base that makes collaboration easy

•      Exposure to both early intervention and school-based work

•      A clear pathway to grow into senior roles over time

What we're looking for

•      Eligible for Speech Pathology graduation at the end of 2026

•      Eligibility for practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia (CPSP) for 2027

•      A genuine interest in paediatrics and early intervention

•      A warm, family-first approach and a willingness to learn as part of a team

•      A current driver's licence

•      A Working with Children Check (Queensland Blue Card) and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, or eligibility to obtain them

What you'll get

•      A structured salary progression: $77,000 + super to start, $82,000 + super at 6 months, and $85,000 + super as you consolidate — pay that grows on a clear plan as you do (paid hourly, 38 hours per week).

•      A structured new graduate support program with strong supervision and mentoring

•      A $1,500 professional development (CPD) allowance

•      Mileage covered for community visits

•      A supportive, values-driven team that genuinely cares — about our families and each other

•      Admin support, so you can focus on your clinical work

•      The chance to make a real difference in your own local community

Location

Springfield

How to apply

Click apply and then upload your cover letter and CV. If you'd like a confidential chat about the role first, we'd genuinely welcome it — reach out to *****@accesstotherapy.com.au please.