Goodstart is Australia’s largest early learning provider. As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families. Every day, 13,500 Goodstart staff support over 60,000 families and the 71,500 children that attend our 648 centres nation–wide. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.

Goodstart Early Learning has the unique opportunity for a Speech Pathologist to join the Strategy team 22.8 hours per week based at our centre in Girrawheen, WA. The Speech Pathologist will perform a range of professional, educational and administrative functions to support the TaLKERS speech pathology program which forms part of the organisation’s Social Inclusion Strategy.

Key responsibilities include delivery and day to day management of the program including:

• Delivering the program in consultation with others
• Providing support to Goodstart educators, Centre Directors and Centre Support staff to increase their understanding of how they can create environments that encourage and support children’s speech, language and social/emotional development:
• Working alongside Goodstart staff to build their understanding of the tools and techniques they can use in practice
• Communicating regularly with staff about the program, its goals, strategies and outcomes
• Contributing to the development of resources for use in the program
• Contributing to the evaluation of the program
• Orienting Goodstart staff to the program
• Providing regular information about the progress of the program and the outcomes for children

To be considered for this position it is essential you possess the following skills and experience:

A degree (or equivalent) in Speech Pathology and be eligible for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of innovative speech pathology services in early childhood settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to the access and participation of vulnerable children in early learning and care settings

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a highly successful national organisation who are making a difference to the lives of children and families across Australia every day. Goodstart Early Learning value people with Integrity, Passion, Professionalism, and the desire to do something that's above and beyond what's expected. We are committed to providing you with opportunities for career growth and progression; outstanding learning and development opportunities and fun culture, coupled with flexible work life balance.