Description

Speech Therapist

Applications Close Date: 11:59pm 14/06/26

At Penrith City Council, it’s not about having to choose.

Life with us is the best of both worlds.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive not-for-profit setting focused on community outcomes.

What we offer you

• Salary: $107,058 - $123,924 per annum + 12% superannuation
• Temporary full-time maternity leave opportunity commencing August 2026 for up to 12 months
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development, study support and career growth opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport and complimentary Ripples Leisure Centre membership
• Health and wellbeing leave plus 15 days personal leave per year
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of children and families within your local community

Here’s what you’ll be up to…

As a Speech Therapist within our Children’s Services team, you’ll play an important role in supporting children to achieve their communication goals and thrive in everyday life. Working collaboratively with families, educators and allied health professionals, you’ll assess, plan and deliver evidence-based therapy programs tailored to each child’s individual needs.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct speech, language and communication assessments
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans and intervention strategies
• Work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports and progress notes
• Provide guidance, education and support to families and educators
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and best practice

This is a temporary full-time maternity leave position commencing in August 2026 for a period of up to 12 months. The role works 35 hours per week, Monday to Saturday as required, with penalty rates applicable for Saturday work. There may be future ongoing opportunities available following the conculsion of this maternity leave contract.

Who we are (And why you’ll love us)

At Penrith City Council, we know work is only one part of life. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, valued and connected while doing meaningful work that positively impacts our community.

As the largest local government childcare provider in NSW, our Children’s Services team supports more than 4,000 children annually across 53 services, including Long Day Care, Preschool, OSHC, Vacation Care and our Mobile Playvan. We also work closely with a multidisciplinary team of specialists including Speech Therapists, Behavioural Therapists and Occupational Therapists to support the diverse needs and development of children and families across our services.

You’ll be joining a passionate, collaborative and community-focused team that values growth, wellbeing and making a real difference for local children and families.

Check out our Position Description to learn more about this role.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children and families and enjoys working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment. You will bring:

• A family-centred and evidence-based approach to therapy
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology (Bachelor or Master's) recognised by Speech Pathology Australia
• Current membership with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
• Certified Practising status
• Experience administering formal and standardised assessments
• Experience developing and implementing evidence-based therapy programs
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Current Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain

Desirable requirements

• Hanen Program accreditation or similar relevant certifications
• Medicare Provider Number or eligibility to obtain one
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training

The must-know bits

This position has been identified as a Child-Related position under Child Protection laws in NSW. To be eligible to apply, you are required to provide Council with a valid Working with Children Check Number.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.

You will be required to undertake employment checks, which may include a Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Working with Children Check, Medical Declaration and/or a Functional Test, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Where a Criminal History Check is required and has returned a result that indicates disclosable court outcomes, you will be required to provide a copy of the report to Penrith City Council, for review, in order to progress through the recruitment process.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Ready to make work feel less like… work?

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact while growing your career in a supportive and community-focused organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your application online including:

• A cover letter
• Your resume
• Responses to the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description

Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.

We’ve got an opportunity, you’ve got talent… Let’s talk.

For more information, contact Anna, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0437 785 516.