Speech and Language Therapist - Child Development Service at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Whakatāne, Permanent Part-time 0.9 FTE
• Bring your passion in helping children reach their full communication potential
• Subsidised Onsite Hospital Gym Membership + Wellness Programme + Staff Carparking 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. 

About the Role

Our Child Development Service in Whakatāne is seeking a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist to join the team on a permanent part time basis working 36 hours per week. 

As a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist you will be working with clients aged 0-2 years, who have disabilities or are at risk of developing them.  You will be responsible for providing speech and language assessment and treatment and feeding services for the children you see.  You will be working as part of a small multi-disciplinary highly motivated team of allied health professionals, including, but not limited to occupational therapy, physiotherapy and social work. 

Our successful candidate will thrive in a small team environment, working holistically with children in both the community and home environments.  You will also be seeing babies in our inpatient Special Care Baby Unit at the hospital for feeding assessment and intervention. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities. 

The Child Development Team based in Whakatāne proudly deliver therapy services across the Eastern Bay of Plenty. 

For more information on living and working in Whakatane click here. 

About you

• Eligible to work in New Zealand
• Eligible for membership to the NZSTA
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full clean NZ drivers licence 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.   

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 24th June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers at BP-careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz. 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.