Speech Pathologist

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health
Reference: 1450000
Job posted: 08/11/2024
Closes: 21/11/2024
Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated ability to design and deliver speech pathology services to Primary School students within the educational environment, including speech and language assessment and reporting.SC2 Demonstrated ability to design and deliver intervention programs in a school with implementation supported by teachers, ES staff, parents and carers and relevant professionals.SC3 Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary professional team, developing supportive professional working relationships with staff, students, parents and carers.SC4 Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional learning for teachers and other relevant professionals, in the area of language and communication.SC5 Demonstrated high level communication, networking and interpersonal skills.SC6 Demonstrated ability and commitment to uphold Coral Park Primary School's values, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, DETERMINATION and RESILIENCE.RoleRange 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal. Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
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.
ResponsibilitiesSpeech Pathologists have an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of communication including speaking, listening, language, pragmatics and reading, in addition to augmentative communication methods (signs, symbols and gestures). They work as part of multidisciplinary teams in schools to support students and teachers.
Speech Pathologists assess and treat communication impairments, disorders or disabilities, as well as complex communication needs arising from disorders such as autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy or intellectual disability etc.
Speech Pathologists are experienced in the assessment and treatment of communication difficulties and provide intervention and support to teachers and families in the development of effective programs and strategies for students with additional communication needs that create barriers to learning.
Services provided by speech pathologists may include (but are not limited to):
conducting speech and language assessments (e.g., speech, oral language, phonological awareness, voice, fluency, pragmatics etc)completing assessment reports and individual learning plansmeeting school requirements for assessment and reportingproviding speech therapy intervention to individual students and groups of studentsconsulting with teachers and providing advice about relevant teaching and learning strategies in order to build capacity in the schoolleading the Speech program across the school, and coordinating and supporting teachers and ES staff to continue the speech program in the classroomsliaising with class teachers to prepare and document management plans regarding therapeutic supportcollaborating with allied health professionals in response to the needs of students, their families and schoolsreporting to the Principal staff regarding support requirementsproviding professional development for teachers and integration aides in relation to speech and languageproviding support and advice about the requirements of Disability Inclusion Profile requirements for studentsmaintaining confidentiality at all times.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.
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.
The 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.
Location ProfileCoral Park Primary School is located within the residential community of Hampton Park, approximately 10 kms southeast of Dandenong and 40 kms southeast of the Melbourne CBD. The school was established in 1991.
Coral Park strives for achievement through its successful PLC structure and promotes its core values of Respect, Responsibility, Determination and Resilience. We aim to be a learning community of excellence where learning is designed to develop knowledge and skills for life and students are provided with a comprehensive curriculum that enables them to reach their academic, social and physical potential.
The school community values: Being Respectful, Responsible, Determined and Resilient. An inclusive curriculum that caters for all students in a safe and secure manner; High quality teaching in a straight grade setting that enables all students to reach their full potential. Celebration of academic, sporting and social achievements. A cooperative and friendly environment where students, teachers and parents share responsibility for learning and behaviour and work together to solve problems.
The presentation of the school projects a positive, energetic and vibrant learning environment. Foyers, corridors and classrooms feature extensive and attractive displays of children's creative work. The school takes great pride in its cultural diversity and actively celebrates special events associated with different cultures.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.

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