Speech Pathologist - Counselling Appraisal Consultants

• Contractor – Counselling Appraisal Consultants (NDIS Team)

We’re growing our NDIS team and are looking for a Speech Pathologist who enjoys working with children and their families.

We are a leading, high‑quality Health & Rehabilitation Service Provider, and we’re expanding our exceptional network of professionals. We’re part of the Howden Broking Group, the world's largest privately owned insurance broker, headquartered in London. Since launching Howden in the Pacific region in March 2021, we have grown from a team of three to over 600 employees across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji.

Our mantra is to be People First. We believe you can teach someone new skills, but not how to be a different person. We offer a chance to join a rapidly growing business at an exciting time, with a genuinely collegiate culture and highly engaged team. 

We’re seeking experienced Speech Pathologists to partner with us on a subcontract basis, bringing their passion and insight to a sector where their skills truly change lives.

Whether you are:

• Looking to broaden your experience in Speech Pathology, or
• Ready to explore the freedom and autonomy of self‑employment through flexible contract work

This opportunity offers you the chance to grow, contribute, and shape a career that fits your lifestyle.

At CAC, you’ll be supported by a team known for excellence, collaboration, and genuine care — for clients and for the people who work with us.

The opportunity

At CAC, we are expanding our exceptional NDIS team and are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Speech Pathologists to join us on a sub‑contract basis.

We have opportunities available across Cranbourne, Berwick, Narre Warren and the surrounding South-Eastern Melbourne suburbs and we also welcome expressions of interest from professionals in Victorian regional areas, thanks to our strong national telehealth service delivery model.

You’ll support children and young people in a range of settings, including homes, schools, kindergartens and the community. Our team manages referrals, client onboarding and scheduling, so you can focus on your clients rather than paperwork.

Your caseload may include:

• Early language development
• Speech sound disorders
• Social communication
• Literacy
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• School readiness
• Feeding (where within your scope)

You’ll work closely with families, educators and our multidisciplinary team to help children build the skills they need to thrive.

Let’s talk about you

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• A Certified Practising Speech Pathologist, Registered SPA membership
• Passionate about working with children and families.
• Someone who enjoys working independently while staying connected to a supportive team.
• Confident building strong relationships with families, schools and other professionals.
• Have experience working with the NDIS and in paediatrics is highly desirable.

You’ll also hold (or be willing to obtain):

• Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
• ABN and insurances

Just as importantly, you will be someone who embodies our cultural values: Put people first, be authentic, challenge complacency, think client, pursue excellence and keen to make your mark.

Why Join CAC?

When you join CAC, you become part of a team that is genuinely proud of the difference we make every day. Our consultants are united by a commitment to quality, integrity, and client‑centred care — and the exceptional outcomes we consistently achieve are a testament to this culture.

You’ll enjoy:

• Flexibility through contract arrangements
• Meaningful, values‑aligned work with real impact
• A supportive and experienced team who celebrate excellence
• Opportunities to grow your capability through a strong mentoring leadership team

What’s next?

If this role sounds like you, send your resume and a short summary through the ‘Apply Now’ button and to find our more information about us visit our website.

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to our Human Resources Business Partner, Hayley Diamond at Hayley.Diamond@howdengroup.com using the subject line: Speech Pathologist - Counselling Appraisal Consultants enquiry via EthicalJobs.

EEO Statement

We wish to provide a supportive and welcoming workplace environment, which represents the communities and cultures within which we live and work. We have a huge diversity of talent from all walks of life, each with unique experiences and perspectives, all of whom can make a difference. Howden Pacific strives to build an inclusive workplace where our people feel welcome to bring their whole and true self to work, where differences are accepted and where our words and actions are inclusive.