Job description Speech-Language Therapist
Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week
Location: Our main office is in Whangarei, with the role covering Northland – options for telehealth and flexibility to work from home are negotiable.
Job specific information
Do you want to make a difference for disabled children as a Speech Language Therapist, working for the largest Independent Early Intervention Service Provider in New Zealand?
Our Early Intervention Service is expanding, so we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team at CCS Disability Action, where you can contribute to an organisation dedicated to creating positive change.
About the role:
Community based – we support young children who have complex communication and eating/drinking support needs and their whānau/families, in the environments that are important to them; their home and early learning service.
Facilitate whānau/families getting early information, resources and support so that disabled children get the best start in life.
Work in partnership with kaiako to support inclusion in Early Childhood Centres.
Work as an integral part of a transdisciplinary team with other specialists from agencies such as Child Development services, BLENNZ, Ko Taku Reo and Ministry of Education to develop and deliver individual plans, and ORS applications, contributing your knowledge about speech, language, communication and eating/drinking/swallowing.
Support successful transitions to school until the end of Year 1.
Our organisation takes a social, rather than medical approach, supporting disabled people to live their best lives. We are guided by the Enabling Good Lives principles, shifting power and authority back to disabled people and their families, to increase choice and control in their lives.
About you
We are looking for people who have:
A passion for working with Tamariki hauā | disabled children.
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Speech-Language Therapy, or an equivalent that meets the requirements of the New Zealand Speech-language Therapists Association
Eligibility for membership of NZSTA
Undergraduate paediatric dysphagia training
Experience in an interdisciplinary team environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to establish effective relationships with whānau/families, early childhood facilities and other agencies
Strong time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills
Full New Zealand driver’s license
Applications from new graduates are welcome.
Desirable but not essential:
Experience working with preschool children in an Early Learning environment
Experience with the implementation of Augmentative/Alternative Communication Systems
Communication Assistive Technology (CAT-1) accreditation
Post qualification paediatric dysphagia experience
Knowledge of Te Whāriki, the New Zealand Early Childhood Curriculum.
Why us?
At CCS Disability Action, we foster a supportive and inclusive workplace guided by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the New Zealand Disability Strategy. We uphold a strong human rights framework and promote equal opportunities for all.
Our strategic priorities, Te Aronui, shape how we work – valuing relationships, wellbeing, and knowledge while keeping whānau hauā/disabled people at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate diversity and offer flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Join our friendly, values-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day.
With a strong employee value proposition, we offer great employee benefits, job-related training, and clear career growth pathways. Whether you’re with us short-term or long-term, we provide the tools and opportunities for success. Our employee benefits programme includes:
Exclusive discounts
Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
A paid annual wellbeing day
Regular individual and peer supervision
Access to company vehicles
Meaningful mahi supporting young children, their whanau and Kaiako
Opportunities to work alongside experienced Speech Language Therapists and Early Intervention Teachers
Reimbursement of NZSTA and ATANZ fees.
How to apply
Please complete the form below and upload your cover letter – where you can share a bit about yourself and your interests – along with your CV, outlining your work experience and education. Once you've submitted your application, it will be sent directly to us for review.
Applications close on Sunday 26 July 2026.
We work within a human rights framework and are committed to equal opportunity in all our employment policies and procedures. We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We openly encourage disabled people to apply.
If you need accommodations or an alternative application method, please contact Jacqui Carlson: Jacqui.Carlson@ccsDisabilityAction.org.nz
We’re committed to making our process accessible to all.