Occupational Therapist -Graduate - Level 1 - Range 3 - 1.0 - Ongoing

Job DescriptionLocation: North East Region | Albury/Wodonga
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1439037
Location ProfileBelvoir Special School is a multi-mode specialist school in Wodonga which provides a high quality educational program for students with mild, moderate and profound intellectual disabilities.
Around 45% of our students have a co-morbid diagnosis of Autism as well as an intellectual disability.
Many students also have a level of Physical disability.
Students range in age from five to eighteen years of age.
In 2014 the school moved to a brand new purpose built facility which has been constructed for a peak enrolment of around 220 students.
Current student population is 200.
To attend the school students must meet the state-wide eligibility criteria and are enrolled at Belvoir Special School after consultation with parents, previous schools or kindergartens and appropriate paramedic personnel if needed, in accordance with the school's documented enrolment policy.
Our school's philosophy is reflected in its programs and based on the belief that children learn best in a co-operative environment that is happy, challenging, supportive and non-threatening.
Belvoir is a School Wide Positive Behaviour Support School and has developed a school culture that is reflected by the ideals of SW-PBS.
As a school we encourage active involvement and participation of students, staff, parents, caregivers, volunteers and the wider community.
Belvoir is committed to develop lifelong learners who are encouraged to pursue their individual strengths and talents.
Our aim is to enable all students who graduate from Belvoir to live an enviable life which allows them to achieve all their dreams.
To do this we require committed teachers who see the special characteristics of all of our students and will strive to ensure each individual feels safe, is confident and valued as a person.
Selection CriteriaRelevant critical experience and knowledge of paediatric OT and its implementation in a school setting.
Along with experience in supporting teaching teams to develop and deliver inclusive classroom practices.Demonstrated ability to form collaborative partnerships with families, staff and community members from a range of professional and cultural backgrounds, to support students safe and meaningful engagement in the school environment.Demonstrated ability to use initiative for problem solving, setting priorities within the caseload and time managements, which includes 1:1, small group and whole class practice.Demonstrated experience and capability to plan, implement and support adjustments for students including developing support plans, and working with teachers to develop their teacher practice.RoleThe Occupational Therapist will work within a multidisciplinary team model, supporting students with intellectual disabilities and complex social and health needs.
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services.
The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field.
It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved.
This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.
Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.
Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.
Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.
Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years.
Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g.
therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered.
Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.
Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
ResponsibilitiesThe OT will be responsible to the leadership team for the provision of occupational therapy services within a capacity building model and will comply with professional standards developed by Belvoir Special School and the mission and vision of our school.
Responsibilities include:
Provide high quality, evidence based, neuro affirming Occupational Therapy supports to students aged 5-18 years.Consult with parents, carers and staff at Belvoir Special School to support students meaningful and safe engagement in the school environment, as relevant to the occupational therapy scope of practice.Providing formal and informal assessments, recommendations and support for disability inclusion profiles.Contribute to and participate in school wide initiatives and communities of practice as relevant to occupational therapy scope of practice.Design and implement programs according to students' individual needs and based on developmental level and age appropriateness (in consultation with teachers, parents/carers, as appropriate)Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary allied health team, in consultation with school wellbeing team, teaching staff and school leadership.Liaise with external therapy providers and equipment suppliers to ensure students have access to the necessary supports and equipment to successfully engage at school.Develop and provide relevant and engaging professional development training for school staff as relevant to the occupational therapy scope of practice.Keep accurate and relevant file notes.Carry out responsibilities as directed by Principal Class.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction.
Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.
We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments.
Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE ValuesThe department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights.
The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Information on the department values is available at:
pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Other InformationAll staff employed by the department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at Please ensure that your application includes:
A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home)A section addressing the selection criteria and the requirements for application under the Who May Apply sectionNames and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of two referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application.Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name.
Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
Conditions of EmploymentAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
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