About the role:
As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will use your clinical skills to assess and provide support to children in Tasmanian schools and Child and Family Learning Centres. You will be welcomed into a highly encouraging team-based environment, and we will support your career and professional development, tailoring supervision, clinical support and mentoring to meet your needs.
You will benefit from a wide range of opportunities to collaborate on projects and be part of an innovative team of Speech and Language Pathologists. There will be capacity for you to work across all areas of clinical practice including speech sound disorders, language and literacy, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), feeding and fluency. As you become established you can choose to specialise in early intervention or complex communication needs.
Tasmania is a truly remarkable place to work and live. Enjoy the benefits of the ideal work-life balance, surrounded by stunning nature with pristine beaches close by. Explore the many unique galleries, museums and festivals the island offers, and delight in the incredible produce and food culture. You can nominate your preference to be based in the North West, North or South of the State.
Read a story about a new graduate who achieved her goal to have an adventure and start her career at the same time by moving to North West Tasmania to become a DECYP Speech and Language Pathologist.
What we offer
- Generous leave entitlements to support your work life balance and 10 non-attendance days during school holidays
- Support with the cost of relocation
- $1,000 per annum for professional development expenses
- Tailored clinical support and mentoring
- Access to a wide range of professional learning opportunities
- Access to a wide range of assessment tools and therapeutic resources.
You may also be eligible for a DECYP Speech Pathology Scholarship (see below).
Why the Department for Education, Children and Young People?
This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities. Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning. The child is at the centre of everything we do, and the way we do it.
Our values of Connection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibility represent the foundation of our Department’s culture and guide us in all that we do to ensure Bright lives. Positive futures. for every child and young person in Tasmania.
We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions.
Period of Appointment: Permanent
Hours of work: Up to 76 hours per fortnight (part time hours may be negotiated - minimum 0.6 FTE)
Salary Range: $78,746 to $112,512 (per annum, pro rata) + 11.5% superannuation.
Relocation Assistance: Talk to us about the support we can provide to help you relocate.
Professional development: $1,000 per annum for professional development expenses and eligibility to apply for up to 10 days per annum study leave (pro-rata).
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualification/program of study accredited by Speech Pathology Australia
- Full membership or eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia.
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment).
Desirable Requirements
A current driver's licence.
DECYP Speech Pathology Scholarship
There is also an opportunity to apply for the DECYP Speech Pathology Scholarship.
The Scholarship provides $25,000 to support the costs of studying your course. Scholarship recipients will receive: $5,000 in your final year of study; another $10,000 when you commence your job; and $10,000 following completion of two years’ service as a DECYP Speech and Language Pathologist.
Students enrolled in their final year of an accredited speech pathology program at an Australian university and expected to complete their course in 2025 can apply for the Scholarship with their job application.
A limited number of scholarships are available and will be awarded on merit. An offer of employment does not guarantee that you will be awarded a scholarship. Please refer to the Scholarship Guidelines for more information, including full eligibility requirements.
To apply for the scholarship please download, complete and submit the application form at the same time as you complete your online job application form (see below).
Information to help you prepare your job application:
Statement Of Duties (PDF)
Information for Applicants (pdf)
Information about working with us (web page)
DECYP Speech and Language Pathology Services (web page)
How to apply
Applications should be made via the Apply Now Button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
You will be prompted to answer 2 questions with reference to the selection criteria and Statement of Duties:
- Outline a situation that demonstrates your skills and knowledge in providing a speech and language pathology service for children and/or young people (maximum 500 words).
- Describe a scenario where you have worked collaboratively highlighting how you overcame any challenges to achieve positive outcomes for children and or young people (maximum 500 words).
Please Note:
- We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
- Make sure you have the contact details of one referee as this information is submitted in your online application. Your referee should be a current/recent supervisor (work or placement).
For more information please contact:
Name: Linda Williams
Title: Senior Speech and Language Pathologist
Phone: 0499 829 747
Email: linda.williams@decyp.tas.gov.au
Should you have any difficulties applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au