Paediatric Speech Pathologist – North Lakes

Paediatric Speech Pathologist – North Lakes – Multiple Positions North Lakes (Brisbane) | $90K–$125+ incl. super | Unlimited CPD | Flexible Hours Let’s skip straight to the important part: A much valued team member is moving away from Brisbane and we have a caseload of little people aging from 2.5
- 12 years who needs the support of a Speech Pathologist who values making meaningful progress with their clients in a multidisciplinary setting. We’re offering career pathways for early career (best suiting at least 3 years of paeds experience) through to highly experienced Speech Pathologists – in a way that’s supportive, collaborative, and rewarding. Hi, I’m Bec, Co-founder and Managing Director of Progress Pathways. Over the past 4.5 years, our small but mighty team of 17 therapists has built three thriving practices across Kedron, North Lakes, and Burleigh Heads. We’re lifelong learners, dedicated to helping families achieve meaningful progress while working together to provide best-practice care. Now, we’re excited to welcome 1-2 Speech Pathologists to our North Lakes team. Who We’re Looking For This role will suit a Speech Pathologist who:
- has established skills or an interest in developing skills in feeding, AAC, literacy and / or video interaction;
- wants to focus on supporting children under 12, providing comprehensive care that extends to their families; and
- enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team of paediatric allied health professionals, leveraging collaboration to deliver optimal care. We welcome applications from:
- Early-career to Experienced Speech Pathologists – comfortable supporting children aged 2-4 years.
- Parents returning to work – seeking a flexible, family-friendly role. Why Join Progress Pathways?
- Market-competitive salary – $90,000–$125,000+ pa (incl. super), based on experience and caseload preferences, plus a laptop and travel allowance.
- Flexible work design – like choosing a 4-day week, 9-day fortnight, or flexible hours. Work primarily from our well-equipped clinic, with opportunities for school and kindy visits.
- Up to 5 weeks of annual leave – earn bonus leave from your first 6 months (100% of our North Lakes team did last year).
- Diverse caseload with autonomy – work with children aged 0–12 and tailor your caseload to your strengths and interests.
- Career progression – we promote from within, offering opportunities for leadership, supervision, and clinical mastery.
- Unlimited CPD – pursue the training that excites you and gain industry-leading support to build new skills.
- Strong clinical support – scheduled 1:1 and SP group supervision, multi-disciplinary team meetings, regular check-ins, and a comprehensive resource library.
- Work-life balance – we keep work within work hours (including a strict “no laptops on the lunch table” rule) and refine our systems to make workloads sustainable.
- Beautiful, welcoming clinic co-located with Delta Gymnastics – spacious and well-resourced, offering unique therapy opportunities. Our Story Founded in 2022, Progress Pathways has always had two goals: 1. Give kids more opportunities to thrive. 2. Be the best workplace for allied health professionals. We’ve grown into a collaborative, values-driven team and are always evolving – from refining session structures to integrating tools like AI to reduce admin load – so our team can focus on what matters most: delivering quality care. Our North Lakes practice opened in January 2025 and has grown into a multidisciplinary team of three OTs and one SP, proudly supporting families across northern Brisbane through the strong local network we’ve built. About the Role We’re seeking 1-2 Speech Pathologists to join our North Lakes team, supporting children under 12 years. Your work will include
- understanding each family’s needs,
- conducting comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments,
- implementing tailored therapy plans, including video interaction interventions to empower families, and
- building strong, trusting relationships with families. You’ll have autonomy to design your caseload and schedule, backed by unlimited CPD and career development opportunities as we grow. What We’re Looking For
- Registration – Current membership with Speech Pathology Australia, with eligibility to work in Queensland.
- Communication & Collaboration – Strong ability to build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Commitment to Growth – Evidence of ongoing personal and professional development.
- Diversity & Inclusion – Experience working effectively with diverse clients and team members.
- NDIS Experience – Experience supporting NDIS participants, including familiarity with NDIS report writing, is highly valued.
- Early Intervention
- Experience in supporting 2-4 year olds in a range of presentations is advantageous, as we have a number of clients on our waiting list from this age bracket. Apply Now Apply directly to Rebecca Winston, Co-founder & Managing Director:
- Upload your CV via our careers page or apply via this ad.
- Include “Bec! It’s me you are looking for!” in your subject line or cover letter (our way of identifying those genuinely interested). I’m happy to have a confidential chat if you’re considering a change. Looking forward to hearing from you. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rqe03