Learning Links was established in 1972 by parents concerned about the lack of appropriate education and support services to meet their children's needs.
Today, our focus is on preventing learning difficulties from causing disadvantages.
Learning Links works in collaboration with schools, early childhood settings and parents to help children with learning disabilities and difficulties.
These include conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, fine and gross motor delays and speech and language delays. The children are often anxious, have trouble communicating and interacting with others, and many have behavioral issues. In the later years, they are often challenged in literacy, numeracy and impacting their ability to complete education and participate in the community.
Early intervention for young children who experience developmental delays is critical to mitigating the risk of poor educational outcomes later in life. Learning Links is recognised as a pioneer in the area of inclusive early childhood education. At our inclusive preschool, children of all abilities learn side by side, maximising their learning abilities and wellbeing as they progress to primary school.
When you work at Learning Links you're part of a family of dedicated and passionate staff, working hard to help children who are struggling to learn. We have some excellent benefits as part of joining the Learning Links team - including access to professional supervision; professional development delivered by experts in the field; opportunities for career progression; and flexible work arrangements that suit your family.
Please apply via our careers website, including both your CV, cover letter, academic transcript, working with children check number, and referees.
You will then be contacted to arrange an interview either in-person or over Zoom. This will be with the Therapy Manager & General Manager for about 45 minutes. You will be provided with some case studies ahead of time.
Successful applicants have a passion for working with children, show the ability to work flexibly and apply problem-solving skills, and a passion for lifelong learning.
New graduate (Masters) program salaries start from $65,000 including superannuation and benefits (paid sick leave, annual leave, reduced caseload during school holidays).
Access to one internal professional development day each school holiday period, as well as a dedicated budget for external professional development events in line with your professional goals.
Early career therapists have access to a comprehensive training and development program including dedicated clinical supervision time each week with an experienced clinician. Our team conducts regular case conferences to discuss clients and resources.
Experienced therapists (3+ years) have the opportunity to take on supervision roles, mentor early career therapists, run professional learning activities, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of the organization in collaboration with the supervisor team and therapy manager.
Speech Pathologist and Therapy Manager at Learning Links
Bachelor of Applied Science (Speech Pathology) at University of Sydney (USYD)