Practice Manager for Leading Speech Pathology Clinic - Three Days Per Week

Smart Spot Education and Therapy Services – Albury NSW

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Position: Practice Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)
Location: Lavington, NSW
Work Schedule: Flexible, 3 days per week
Employment Type: 6-month fixed term, with genuine potential to extend. Starts Nov 2, 2026.

Are you an experienced Practice Manager or Operations Leader looking for an opportunity to lead within a values-driven allied health practice? We are seeking a warm, organised and proactive leader to join SMART Spot Education & Therapy Services as our Practice Manager while our current Practice Manager takes maternity leave.

This is an opportunity to become an integral member of our leadership team, helping shape the daily operations of a growing paediatric practice while supporting a passionate team of clinicians to do their very best work.

About Us

SMART Spot Education & Therapy Services is a well established boutique paediatric allied health practice based in Albury, supporting children, families and educators through high-quality speech pathology and occupational therapy services.

Our mission is to empower children and their families through personalised, strengths-based and evidence-informed support.

We are known for our clinical excellence, strong relationships and genuine commitment to doing what’s right for children. Every service we deliver is underpinned by current evidence, thoughtful clinical reasoning and a collaborative approach that places families and educators at the centre of the process.

We uphold the values of Connection, Empowerment, Environment, Inspiration and Respect, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our clients, families, team and wider community.

As a practice, we are continually evolving. We’re expanding our services, strengthening partnerships with schools, refining our systems and investing in the development of our team. While we have ambitious goals, we’re intentional about growing in a way that protects the quality of our services, our culture and the experience of every family who walks through our doors.

Our team is made up of experienced clinicians and support staff who care deeply about their work and about each other. We value initiative, professionalism,



continuous improvement and kindness. We enjoy solving problems together, celebrating success and creating an workplace where people feel trusted, supported and empowered to contribute.

Why Join Us?

Leadership Opportunity

Become an integral member of our leadership team, partnering closely with our Director and Clinical Team Leader to support the ongoing growth and success of the practice.

Well-Established Systems

Join a clinic with documented procedures, streamlined systems and strong operational foundations. You'll be supported through a comprehensive handover and onboarding process, allowing you to step confidently into the role.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Enjoy flexibility with a 3 day work week.

Team Culture

Be part of a supportive and collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together.

Participate in designing our quarterly Connect & Thrive team days designed to recharge, celebrate and strengthen team connection.

Professional Growth

Work alongside an experienced leadership team committed to continuous improvement, innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Develop your leadership capability while contributing meaningfully to the strategic direction of the practice.

Generous Compensation

Receive an above-award salary reflective of your experience, skills and leadership capability.

About the Role / Key Responsibilities

Practice Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of our busy paediatric practice, ensuring systems run efficiently and families receive an exceptional experience from their first enquiry through to ongoing care.

Community Partnerships: Build and nurture meaningful relationships with local schools, preschools, medical practitioners, community organisations and key stakeholders, identifying opportunities to strengthen SMART Spot’s presence and impact within the region.

Recruitment & Workforce Development: Support the attraction, recruitment and onboarding of exceptional team members,



helping to continue to position SMART Spot as an employer of choice and contributing to workforce planning as the practice continues to grow.

Leadership: Provide day-to-day leadership and support to our team while working collaboratively with the Director and Clinical Team Leader to maintain a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Practice Systems: Oversee our admin team who manage scheduling, client communication, billing, NDIS and Medicare processes, reporting and workflow systems including Halaxy and SystemHUB.

Quality Improvement: Contribute to the continual refinement of systems, policies and processes that support sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Business Performance: Assist with reporting, KPI monitoring and practice performance, supporting the leadership team in achieving strategic goals while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Lifestyle Benefits

Outdoor Adventures

Enjoy skiing in winter, wakeboarding in summer and year-round access to beautiful lakes, rivers and outdoor recreation.

Vibrant Community

Experience the best of regional living with excellent schools, affordable housing, thriving cafés and restaurants, and a welcoming community, all while enjoying a rewarding leadership career.

Our Values

Empower: We empower and support families through positive and meaningful relationships.

Inspire: We demonstrate positivity and creativity in all areas of practice to inspire and excite our people.

Connection: We deliver quality services that honour the meaningful connections between families and their children.

Respect: we show respect to every individual, valuing their unique needs and contributions.

Environment: We are committed to providing an environment which allows space and time for reflective learning, collaboration and evidence-based practice.

About You

- Experience managing an allied health, medical or healthcare practice desired.

- Enjoys leading people while creating calm, organised and efficient systems.

- Confidence in managing a business who supports NDIS participants.

- Builds trusted relationships with both families and colleagues.

- Takes initiative while valuing collaboration and shared decision-making.

- Has exceptional organisational skills and enjoys balancing people, processes and priorities.

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📌 Practice Manager for Leading Speech Pathology Clinic - Three Days Per Week (Albury)
🏢 SMART Spot Education and Therapy Services
📍 Albury