Speech Therapist - Australia
Primary Care ⫽ AHP
London, London
£43,000 - £53,000 Per Annum
Permanent, Full time
Desirable Skills
NDIS, My Aged Care, paediatrics, Adult, autism, dysphagia, assessments, intervention
Job description
Are you a qualified Speech Pathologist looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact supporting children with autism, communication challenges, and broader speech and language needs?
An exciting opportunity has arisen within a thriving, well-established allied health clinic in Ballarat Australia.
Frontier Consulting is working in partnership with this clinic to recruit motivated Speech Pathologists who are open to relocating and building a long-term career within a supportive and structured clinical environment.
Your Role
You will deliver high-quality, client-centred speech pathology services across NDIS and My Aged Care settings, supporting clients with communication, language, and swallowing needs.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Conducting comprehensive assessments to determine speech, language, swallowing, and communication needs
· Developing and implementing individualised, goal-based treatment plans
· Delivering direct, evidence-based speech pathology interventions
· Supporting children with autism, developmental delay, and communication difficulties
· Supporting clients with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) where required
· Monitoring and evaluating client progress and adjusting treatment plans as required
· Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation including assessments, case notes, and progress reporting
· Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, holistic care
You will work alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists, behaviour support practitioners, and care coordinators in a highly collaborative environment.
Why this role stands out:
This is a structured and supportive clinical role within an established allied health service where clinical quality, supervision, and professional development are prioritised.
You will benefit from:
· Regular clinical supervision with experienced senior clinicians
· Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
· Exposure to a diverse and growing NDIS and aged care caseload
· A highly collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
· Clear systems, structured workflows, and strong operational support
What's on offer:
· Salary: £80,000 - $100,000 AUD + super (approx. £42,000 - £53,000) per annum
· Relocation support package available
· Visa support and relocation assistance (where applicable)
· Diverse NDIS & My Aged Care caseload
· Structured supervision and career development pathways
· Opportunity to develop specialist clinical interests (paediatrics or adult practice)
· Strong multidisciplinary team support
Key skills and requirements
· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech Pathology (or internationally recognised equivalent qualification)
· Eligibility for registration with Speech Pathology Australia and AHPRA (or in a position to obtain registration)
· Strong clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice approach
· Excellent communication and client-centred care skills
· Experience in speech pathology across paediatric and/or community settings (desirable)
· Interest in working with children on the autism spectrum and supporting communication and developmental language needs
· Exposure to dysphagia assessment and intervention, or willingness to develop skills in this area
Location - Ballarat, Victoria
Ballarat is a growing regional healthcare hub offering strong clinical infrastructure, affordable living, and an excellent lifestyle balance.
It provides easy access to Melbourne while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly community environment with strong healthcare demand and expanding services.
Ready to make a meaningful impact and support positive change in the lives of children or adults, apply now.
Contact Mark O'Connor on +44 7485 931332 or email your CV to AHP@frontierconsulting.com
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Frontier Consulting
National House, Wardour Street, Soho, City of London, W1F 0TA, United Kingdom