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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.
Apply nowWhat 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 3-month induction and 12-month grad program, 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.
Apply nowTestimonials
“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.”
“Everyone has been so welcoming, accommodating and supportive. I feel like I’ve been given everything I need to succeed as a new therapist.”
“I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions and learn from experienced colleagues in a judgement-free environment.”
“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.”
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.
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Join our team who are in it together, making a difference in the lives of children, young adults, and their families. Whether you’re an allied health professional or part of a support team, we have career opportunities available nationwide for you.
Our Graduate program offers all the support, mentoring and skills development you need to start your career journey. Search and apply for roles on our APM Group careers pages.
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Who we help
We offer early intervention and therapy services and support for all ages, needs and abilities.
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About ESA
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