Description
Noah's Ark Professional - Speech Pathologist (ACT)
Looking for a role where you can build a career, not just fill a vacancy?
Speech Pathologist | Canberra & Surrounding Region | Full-time or Part-time | Growing Team
Noah's Ark is growing our Canberra team and investing in the future of children's services.
We've been supporting children and families for over 55 years and have proudly delivered services in the ACT for more than a decade. Across the ACT, Southern NSW and Victoria, we deliver evidence-led services that put children, families, and quality practice first.
If you're a Speech Pathologist looking for meaningful work, strong clinical leadership, and an organisation with a proven track record, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Speech Pathologists Choose Noah's Ark
At Noah's Ark, you'll use your speech pathology skills where they have the greatest impact — helping children participate in everyday life and empowering families to confidently support their child's development.
You'll be joining a growing ACT team led by an experienced practising Speech Pathologist who remains actively engaged with Speech Pathology Australia, including service on its Ethics Board. You'll receive genuine clinical support from a leader who understands the realities of contemporary practice because they're still working within it.
This is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and develop within a respected organisation investing in its future. As our ACT presence continues to expand, now is an exciting time to join a team where you can help shape the future while building your own career.
About Noah's Ark
Established in 1971, Noah's Ark is a purpose-driven not-for-profit organisation supporting children with disabilities, developmental delays and their families.
Everything we do is guided by our values of Kindness, Optimism, Quality, and Respect. These aren’t words on a wall. They're how we work with children, families, and each other every day.
About the Opportunity
As a Noah's Ark Professional (Key Worker), you'll work closely with children and families to deliver evidence-based early childhood intervention that creates meaningful outcomes.
You'll:
- Support children aged 0–12 to communicate, connect, and participate in everyday life.
- Deliver services in homes, early learning settings, schools, and community environments.
- Partner with families to embed strategies into daily routines and activities.
- Develop practical, individualised approaches that build children's skills and family capability.
- Collaborate within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team of allied health professionals.
- Contribute to a culture of reflection, learning, and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
We're interested in Speech Pathologists who are:
- Passionate about supporting children and families.
- Curious, collaborative, and relationship focused.
- Committed to evidence-based and family-centred practice.
- Interested in working within a Key Worker and transdisciplinary model.
- Seeking to maintain or extend their contemporary speech pathology practice.
- Looking to grow professionally while making a genuine difference.
You'll need:
- A recognised Speech Pathology qualification.
- Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status, or eligibility to obtain it.
- A current driver licence and access to a vehicle.
- The right to work in Australia.
Why Now is the Right Time to Join Noah's Ark
We're investing in our people, expanding our ACT team and creating opportunities for clinicians who want to help shape the future of our services.
You'll join an organisation with:
- More than 55 years of experience supporting children and families.
- An established and growing presence in the ACT.
- Strong clinical leadership and professional support.
- Flexible work arrangements including a mix of in-office and work from home.
- Competitive salary and salary packaging benefits.
- 16 weeks paid parental leave.
- Professional development allowance and leave.
- Coaching, mentoring, and career development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- A genuinely supportive and values-driven culture.
Most importantly, you'll join a team that believes children achieve their best outcomes when families feel confident, capable, and supported.
Interested?
We're always keen to connect with great Speech Pathologists, whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience.
If you're looking for stability, purpose, professional growth, and a team that genuinely cares, we'd love to talk.
Apply today or contact careers@noahsarkinc.org.au for a confidential conversation.
Noah's Ark is a values-based, child-safe organisation committed to best practice and continuous improvement. We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
Successful applicants will require a NDIS Worker Screening Check, Criminal History/Police Check, Working with Children Check, valid driver licence, and the right to work in Australia.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Respectfully, no agencies please.
