Job Description
ABOUT US:
Communication is a pretty powerful tool in every human’s life. At Seed to Sprout, we are passionate about providing holistic and individualized speech pathology supports to children and families. Our aim is to support families in a collaborative, fun and nurturing environment.
SO… WHAT DOES IS THIS CADETSHIP INVOLVE?
Gain hands on experience as a speech pathology student, and be supported all the way through to your new grad years!
With guidance from clinician and appropriate professional development training, deliver quality therapies to children and families one-on-one or in a group setting
Assist with documentation of service provision in client records
Attend and participate in services and professional development training
Video record and communicate client progress to clinician
Maintain confidentiality in line with Code of Conduct and Privacy Policies
ABOUT THE GERMINATOR PROGRAM
This is a growth pathway that is supported, guided and structured to foster your clinical skills from student to early career speech pathologist!
o Seed year (student years) – 1st-3rd year student with 1-2 day commitment
o Sprouting year – 4th year student with 2-3 day commitment
o Budding year – 1st year new grad with full time commitment
o Blossoming year – 2nd year clinician with full time commitment
Over your Sprouting to Blossoming years, you will receive at least 6 professional development certifications.
THE NITTY GRITTY REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
o Currently studying a Bachelor/Masters of Speech Pathology (all years welcome to apply)
Other
o Experience working with children is highly regarded
o Positive Blue Card
o Exemption Yellow Card
o Police Check & Legal to work in Australia
IS THIS YOU?
You love working with children, and are driven to help make positive change.
You can see the big and little picture – you are able to celebrate small wins, as well as big ones!
You are open to learning and eager to also share your own knowledge
You’re a creative and innovative soul accused of having ideas that are ‘very fringe’ (but you can’t wait to try them out!)
You are empathetic, compassionate and understand people
You have strong interpersonal and communication skills
You are flexible and able to problem solve
Experience working with people living with Autism Spectrum Disorders is desirable
Previous experience working with children in educational, therapeutic, or care settings is highly regarded
THE PERKS
Have complete flexibility over your days and hours worked
Collaborate closely with other health professionals in a multidisciplinary manner
Engage in cross collaborative internal in-services
Individualise a caseload to suit your comfort levels and skill sets
Ongoing weekly supervision, peer mentorship and access to professional development internally and externally
Experience working in a social enterprise and the opportunity to network with industry professionals
JOINING OUR TEAM, WE PROMISE
To provide you with opportunities to develop your skills
Work with you openly and honestly to achieve goals
Be understanding of your needs and other commitments
Help foster your growth
Respect you as an individual
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $32.00 – $48.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3 – 28 per week
Benefits:
Employee mentoring program
Professional development assistance
Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Communication is a pretty powerful tool in every human’s life. At Seed to Sprout, we are passionate about providing holistic and individualized speech pathology supports to children and families. Our aim is to support families in a collaborative, fun and nurturing environment.
SO… WHAT DOES IS THIS CADETSHIP INVOLVE?
Gain hands on experience as a speech pathology student, and be supported all the way through to your new grad years!
With guidance from clinician and appropriate professional development training, deliver quality therapies to children and families one-on-one or in a group setting
Assist with documentation of service provision in client records
Attend and participate in services and professional development training
Video record and communicate client progress to clinician
Maintain confidentiality in line with Code of Conduct and Privacy Policies
ABOUT THE GERMINATOR PROGRAM
This is a growth pathway that is supported, guided and structured to foster your clinical skills from student to early career speech pathologist!
o Seed year (student years) – 1st-3rd year student with 1-2 day commitment
o Sprouting year – 4th year student with 2-3 day commitment
o Budding year – 1st year new grad with full time commitment
o Blossoming year – 2nd year clinician with full time commitment
Over your Sprouting to Blossoming years, you will receive at least 6 professional development certifications.
THE NITTY GRITTY REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
o Currently studying a Bachelor/Masters of Speech Pathology (all years welcome to apply)
Other
o Experience working with children is highly regarded
o Positive Blue Card
o Exemption Yellow Card
o Police Check & Legal to work in Australia
IS THIS YOU?
You love working with children, and are driven to help make positive change.
You can see the big and little picture – you are able to celebrate small wins, as well as big ones!
You are open to learning and eager to also share your own knowledge
You’re a creative and innovative soul accused of having ideas that are ‘very fringe’ (but you can’t wait to try them out!)
You are empathetic, compassionate and understand people
You have strong interpersonal and communication skills
You are flexible and able to problem solve
Experience working with people living with Autism Spectrum Disorders is desirable
Previous experience working with children in educational, therapeutic, or care settings is highly regarded
THE PERKS
Have complete flexibility over your days and hours worked
Collaborate closely with other health professionals in a multidisciplinary manner
Engage in cross collaborative internal in-services
Individualise a caseload to suit your comfort levels and skill sets
Ongoing weekly supervision, peer mentorship and access to professional development internally and externally
Experience working in a social enterprise and the opportunity to network with industry professionals
JOINING OUR TEAM, WE PROMISE
To provide you with opportunities to develop your skills
Work with you openly and honestly to achieve goals
Be understanding of your needs and other commitments
Help foster your growth
Respect you as an individual
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $32.00 – $48.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3 – 28 per week
Benefits:
Employee mentoring program
Professional development assistance
Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Speech Pathology Aide position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Ipswich offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
