Speech Therapist

3 days ago, from Department of Education & Training VictoriaAt Bellaire Primary School we Aim High to provide a secure, collaborative and challenging environment that supports all students in maximising their achievements by being active participants in driving their learning in preparation for lifelong success as proactive, global citizens.AT OUR SCHOOL WE VALUE:happy and confident people who display compassion, perseverance and resilience,developing a local and global view of the world where people have an understanding of and empathy for other cultures,effective communication and reflection when engaging with a range of audiences,initiative in taking action to make a positive difference to self and others,interpersonal skills that support us in working collaboratively in a positive way,critical and creative thinking,safe and respectful behaviours in online and offline environments.These values are displayed throughout the whole school by our Behaviours We Value trees. The trees are used to guide feedback for students, inclusive of student behaviour awards for modelling the behaviours we value.SCHOOL SETTINGBellaire Primary School is located in the suburb of Highton in Geelong and students are drawn from both Highton and surrounding areas. In 2021 there are 27 home groups across four learning communities. We have a leadership team that consists of our Principal, two Assistant Principals (Prep-2 and Years 3-6) and two Leading Teachers, who work as instructional coaches for the teachers in the classrooms.LEARNING COMMUNITIESAlthough our students work in Learning Communities – Prep, Junior, Middle and Seniors – our classes are all straight year levels.We have four Prep classes, five Year 1 classes, four Year 2 classes, four Year 3 classes, four Year 4 classes, four Year 5 classes and three Year 6 classes.The school also has a Specialists precinct, consisting of The Arts (Visual and Drama/Music), Physical Education, French, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) and a well-resourced library. The school has experienced a steady enrolment over the past few years and has 627 students enrolled in 2022. The school also has a strong wellbeing focus.INNOVATION LEADERSBellaire Primary School is a leading school in the innovation of education, with an Aim High approach to teaching and learning. The development of learning spaces to facilitate personalised learning, engagement of students and the creation of learning communities has been a major focus. The school has also implemented a digital overlay in each learning community and Specialist subject areas; developing professional knowledge and providing resources in a suite of technologies. This is inclusive of Years 3-6 BYOD (iPad) program in Middles and Seniors.Selection CriteriaSPEECH PATHOLOGISTDemonstrated ability to operate effectively in a team, contributing positively to team operations and working relationships.Demonstrated ability to apply academic knowledge and concepts to practical situations in relation to the needs of students in the school.Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and continuous improvement for self and others.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.ResponsibilitiesProvide assessment and implement appropriate therapy programs for students.Provide speech pathology consultancy to teachers including support in the development of individual educational programs and classroom management.Design, implement and evaluate therapy according to students' individual needs in collaboration with teaching staff.Work collaboratively with teachers, other therapists, therapy assistants, classroom education support staff and parents to provide the best possible outcomes for the students.Work in a way to support consistent implementation of whole school and sub school therapy supports.Maintain records and relevant documentation.Who May ApplySPEECH PATHOLOGISTEEO AND OHS CommitmentThe 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 ****** 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.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.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.
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