Senior Speech Pathologist

Employment Details Employment Type: Full‑Time (2 days permanent, 3 days temporary until end of 2028). Part‑time or job‑share arrangements may also be considered. Position Classification: Speech Pathologist Level 3 Remuneration: A$116,892 – 120,680 full‑time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging). Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Westmead Applications Close: Midnight on 4 January 2026 About the Role Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives. This shared‑service role offers a senior Speech Pathologist the opportunity to shape and expand neurorehabilitation and acute care speech pathology services across two dynamic departments at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead – KidsRehab (3 days per week, temporary role until end of 2028) and Speech Pathology (2 days per week permanent role). The position focuses on paediatric feeding, communication, and neurorehabilitation needs, spanning inpatient and outpatient care. It provides the chance to work with complex populations including children with cerebral palsy, brain injury, and cardiac conditions. The role can either be full‑time or split between the two departments (suitable part‑time candidates will be considered based on demonstrated skills/experience). For more in‑depth information about each department and the duties required, see the Neurorehabilitation Speech Pathology Statement of Duties and the Speech Pathology Statement of Duties. About You We’re looking for someone who: Has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Speech Pathology with eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia. Has extensive post‑graduate clinical experience with demonstrated advanced clinical practice and reasoning skills, and can work autonomously while managing busy and complex client groups. How to Apply To apply, click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including: A résumé detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages). Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description. Additional Benefits (for eligible employees) Salary packaging for tax savings. Meal entertainment savings. Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Fitness Passport. Flexible Work Practice Opportunities. Further Contacts and Support For role‑related queries or questions, contact Suzi Drevensek, Senior Speech Pathologist, Kids Rehab, on and Gloria Tzannes, Head Speech Pathologist, on . We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN‑EA‑ For technical support please contact the customer services team on . Child Safe Standards SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Additional Information Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in the Position Description. Please review this document to understand the full requirements of the role. NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity — we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website. For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes. Eligibility List: An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. Contact Us Find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. #J-18808-Ljbffr