Multiple full-time and part time opportunities in metro and country locations available. Regional locations include Berri, Mount Gambier, Port Augusta/Whyalla, Port Pirie/Kadina, and Port Lincoln as well as Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands (based at Flinders Park with planned travel) and Noalunga. Join us At the Department for Education in South Australia, we believe every child and young person deserves the foundation to thrive, and that starts with brilliant people like you.

Join our statewide and extensive Student Support Services team in our common goal to promote inclusion and enhance communication, learning and wellbeing outcomes for children and young people with, or at risk of, speech, language and communication difficulties. Share your expertise to empower educators and make a real impact in children's lives. New and soon to be graduates, as well as experienced speech pathologists, are encouraged to apply.

People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Applying is quick and simple (see Application Instructions below). Please submit your application as soon as it is ready. NOTE: Applications will be considered as soon as submitted, to match you to any existing and/or upcoming opportunities.

This advertisement will remain live until the end of term 1 (12 April 2026), and the attached preference sheet is revised regularly to reflect position availability - please revisit for updated locations. This advertisement also serves as a Talent Pool. A register of recommended applicants will remain active for 12 months, during which time you may be offered employment as positions become available.

About us





Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. Student Support Services are on a cultural response journey, as such we value and prioritise Aboriginal ways of knowing, doing and being.

What we offer

We provide an environment where you can keep growing and enhance your expertise through professional development and collaborative learning alongside supportive and skilled colleagues, both locally and across the state.

- Comprehensive induction processes and opportunities for work-shadowing and mentoring with colleagues
- On the job support and regular professional supervision (individual and group)
- Access to professional development via training days, interest groups, professional learning communities and other sources of knowledge
- Up-to-date resources and tools of the trade
- Opportunities for collaborating with a diverse and large multidisciplinary team, including other allied health and education professionals




- Versatile work delivery methods, such as access to Telepractice (training provided)
- Access to work vehicles and flexi-time arrangements
- Support to take your career where you want to go through Performance and Development Plans.

About the role

Key responsibilities of speech pathologists in local education office teams may include:

- Conduct and interpret comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language and communication needs
- Identify and apply evidence-based interventions, either individual, small group or whole class or site, supporting learning and wellbeing outcomes for children and young people
- Deliver professional development and/or coaching to educators
- Partner with site leadership to implement a multi-tiered approach that proactively supports and strengthens children's speaking, listening, literacy, and communication skills for optimal development.
- Liaise and collaborate with other professionals, agencies and families to deliver holistic services
- Contribute to research, service development and ongoing evaluation of services.

About you

As well as being a passionate speech pathologist, you will have:

- Current drivers licence
- Demonstrated experience and/or transferrable skills and knowledge in working with children and young people with a range of needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to culturally responsive practice
- Commitment to continuous professional development.

Qualifications

Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership to Speech Pathology Australia.

Desirable: Current Practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia with C

📌 /2 Speech Pathologists, Multiple Roles, Various Locations (Perth)
🏢 Department for Education
📍 Perth