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Early Start Australia Graduate Program

A good start for a brighter future in allied health.

At Early Start, we know how important the beginning of a journey can be.

If you’ve recently graduated in occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology or social Work, we have positions available across Australia with our Graduate Program.

Our graduate program will give you opportunity to grow and specialise in your field while making a difference in the lives of children and their families.

A brighter future in allied health starts here.

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When you join Early Start Australia you will

Deliver evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, young adults and families to help them meet their growth and development goals
Be part of a passionate multi-disciplinary team of health professionals that make a real difference to people’s lives
Complete a two-week graduate induction with ongoing one-on-one support
Be offered a permanent full time or part time position
Have opportunities to work around the country, as part of a growing national allied health organisation

Creating brighter futures for children and their families

Early Start Australia is committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, young adults and families.

We are a growing organisation with over 48 clinics, located across every state and territory in Australia.

Our dedicated teams of occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists and speech pathologists work with children to help them meet their growth and development goals.

We focus on supporting these children, and their families and carers, to develop language, motor, cognitive, social and emotional skills and provide therapeutic support for children with developmental delays or disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder.

We want everyone to have the opportunity for a happy and healthy life.

Early Start Australia are part of the APM Group.

We’re a diverse team of over 9,000 people across 11 countries with a shared purpose – to enable better lives.

Our purpose is the common thread that lives in everything we do, and it starts with enabling better lives for our employees and their families too.

What you can expect from the program

When you join Early Start Australia, you’ll get to build career-long relationships with mentors and your graduate colleagues from day one.

All new graduates will complete a two-week induction, including graduate workshops, online training, and onboarding to your new clinic.

You’ll also have access to ongoing training sessions, local supervision, and mentorship to help you make a smooth transition from student to thriving therapist.

Graduate positions are all permanent full or part time roles that will support you to grow your skills.

As part of a national organisation there will be opportunities to work around the country as well as grow your career across multiple global brands and businesses within the APM Group.

Other benefits include paid annual leave, flexible working hours, competitive salary package and annual professional development allowance.

Testimonials

“The staggered progression of clients, observing experienced therapists and engaging in collaborative learning has made me feel relaxed and confident coming to work each day.”

Olivia

Speech Pathologist, WA

“Everyone has been so welcoming, accommodating and supportive. I feel like I’ve been given everything I need to succeed as a new therapist.”

Heidi

Occupational Therapist, SA

“I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and learn from experienced colleagues in a judgement-free environment.”

Eden

Occupational Therapist, QLD

“The slow ramp up of clients has really supported my learning and provided a safe space for me to grow and find my identity as a therapist.”

Kristi

Occupational Therapist, QLD

Watch Louis’ graduate experience

After initially pursuing another degree and finding it wasn’t the right fit, Louis was inspired to pursue occupational therapy after his grandmother had a hip replacement.

A work experience in his final year of study gave him the direction he knew he wanted to take in his career.

After joining the ESA Graduate program at the beginning of 2021, with the support of his mentor he lay the foundation of a solid career.

We’re hiring!

Early Start Australia is part of the APM Group, a global human services provider now enabling better lives for more than 1 million people each year. To view all current opportunities to join our team visit the APM Careers website by clicking the button below.

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