Speech Pathology Tasmania

13/11/2025

While speech is a significant aspect of communication, listening is pretty important too. Learn about the role of active listening in our blog post here: https://spt.com.au/active-listening/

Unlock the power of communication to build stronger more connected teams with our professional development workshops, such as Listening for Connection and Impact and Communication for Team Building. Find out more at spt.com.au

10/11/2025

Did you know we offer group workshops and professional learning packages?

Want to gain the knowledge and tools to confidently support students with dyslexia using proven, practical strategies grounded in the science of reading?

Experienced Speech Language Pathologist, Orton-Gillingham Master Trainer, and certified dyslexia, reading and OG Language Approach specialist, Linda McKillop offers tools and strategies that are evidence-based, accessible, and immediately applicable in educational and support settings.

The Understanding Dyslexia workshop at your chosen venue is usually 2hrs but can be tailored to your group’s needs.

Book now for 2026.

Discover more about this and other Professional Development Packages we offer at spt.com.au/services/professional-development-training-packages/

06/11/2025

We’re excited to launch a new opportunity for families with social communication needs!

The More Than Words™ parent program gives you practical, easy-to-use strategies to support your child’s communication through everyday routines and play. Designed specifically for parents of children diagnosed with Autism or communication delays.

✅ Understand your child’s unique communication style
✅ Build stronger interactions and connection
✅ Help your child express themselves
✅ Make a real impact—right from home

This hands-on program includes:
👩‍👧‍👦 An individual child assessment
👥 8 small-group parent sessions
💬 3 one-on-one sessions with your child
📘 Take-home workbook & resources

Don’t wait for an appointment—start making a difference today.

Limited spots available – Based in Hobart, starting in March

👉Learn more & register now! spt.com.au/product/hanen-more-than-words-parent-program/

03/11/2025

Kindness is one of our values at Speech Pathology Tasmania.
✨We strive to act with kindness.
✨We believe that kindness grows kindness and effects positive change within individuals and communities.

Here’s a challenge for us all: how can you be kind to yourself and others today?

Have you been the recipient of an act of kindness recently? Share your story in the comments. 👇

30/10/2025

As Dyslexia Awareness Month comes to a close, let’s meet some of our team members who work directly with families affected by dyslexia and other learning difficulties.

Our specially trained Orton-Gillingham Educators work one-on-one with clients to deliver targeted interventions tailored to each client’s unique needs
The OG Language Approach systematically teaches the relationship between speech sounds and their written symbols. By working with an OG Educator you can use the science of reading to learn the code and patterns in written language.

Our team is dedicated to supporting you or your child through tailored literacy interventions.

Learn more about the OG Language Approach and how we can help you, on our website spt.com.au

27/10/2025

Considering a tree change?
Join us in beautiful Hobart, Tasmania! Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, a welcoming community, and a perfect balance between work and life. We warmly welcome applicants interested in relocating and offer support to help make your move smooth and rewarding.

As a Speech and Language Pathologist, you will:

- Provide speech, language & literacy services to school aged children with a wide range of communication needs

- Have opportunities to specialise and develop skills in your areas of interest

- Work alongside an experienced and supportive team

- Access excellent professional development, supervision, and mentoring programs

- Enjoy free, dedicated parking right at the clinic.

'Work with Us' Information: https://spt.com.au/work-with-us/

Explore our workplace values:https://spt.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Statement-original-values-3.pdf

Request a position description and send applications to: Sharon Breen, Business Lead: s.breen@spt.com.au

Enquiries call: (03) 62345717

Send applications by: 5pm, Wednesday 26th November 2025

https://www.seek.com.au/speech-jobs/in-Hobart-TAS-7000?jobId=88125121&type=standard

27/10/2025

It’s Dyslexia Awareness Month. In this video, SPT Orton-Gillingham Educator Marshall Roberts demystifies dyslexia and gives us tips for:

• Signs your child might have dyslexia: what to look for
• How to help a child with dyslexia in the classroom or at home

Watch the full video on our website or our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/

24/10/2025

Speech Pathology Tasmania is looking for passionate, purpose-driven Speech Language Pathologists who want to make a difference in both individual lives and our community. We love seeing the impact that fun, targeted, evidence-based speech therapy can have on our clients and their families. And we’d love to help many more families who are waiting for therapy.

If you’re a new SLP graduate or an experienced speechie, we’d love to hear from you!

We offer:
• Flexible work hours
• A fantastic mentoring and supervision program
• Professional development opportunities
🎓Ask our about graduate program for new SLPs

➡️Learn more about us at spt.com.au/about
☎️Have a chat with our Business Lead Sharon Breen via s.breen@spt.com.au or (03) 6234 5717.

22/10/2025

🌍 This International Stuttering Awareness Day we shine a light on stuttering, a common but often misunderstood speech difference. Did you know that around 1 in 10 Australian children will experience a period of stuttering by age 4? It’s not about shyness or parenting — it’s a neurological speech‐fluency issue, and early support with the right treatment can be very effective.

⭐SPT’s Claire Arthur has extensive experience working with young children who stutter. Here she gives some great tips and helpful information.

20/10/2025

While Speech Pathology Tasmania and Code REaD Dyslexia Network Australia are entirely separate organisations, we are closely aligned in our work: support for people with learning challenges such as dyslexia, and advocacy for evidence-based instruction.

We also share some team members. SPT's founder, Rosalie Martin, is an ambassador for Code REaD, and the current chair of Code REaD Marshall Roberts, is also on staff at SPT. Rosalie's advocacy around literacy instruction has also included formation of the Tasmanian 100% Literacy Alliance, which has been an influential voice promoting community-wide reforms to promote literacy.

SPT is pleased to join Code REaD in promoting Dyslexia Awareness month.

17/10/2025

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a common communication disorder that interferes with the development of language.

DLD affects 7% of Australians. That’s 1 in 14 people – or 2 children in every classroom!

DLD is a ‘hidden disability’. You can’t look at someone and see their DLD. But it has enormous knock-on effects. It can affect social and emotional well-being as well as success at school and work.

👇 Learn more about what it’s like for people with DLD and what we can do about it in this article written by our Director Rosie.

https://spt.com.au/its-dld-day-developmental-language-disorder-increasing-our-awareness/

Developmental Language Disorder—affects 1 in 14 people and can profoundly impact learning, wellbeing, and life outcomes.