Job Description
Location: Western Region | Melton
Job type: Full time / From 07/10/2026 - 06/10/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health
Reference: 1435137
Selection Criteria
1. Relevant qualifications, clinical experience and/or knowledge in speech pathology with specific expertise in improving communication skills in young people using an array of research-based interventions.
2. Demonstrate the ability to deliver high quality speech therapy and communication programs for students who require additional speech therapy support, including the capacity to apply highly developed assessment, conceptual and analytical skills.
3. High level organisational, communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with and work with other professionals in providing services to students with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
4. Demonstrate the ability to design and deliver a comprehensive speech therapy support and intervention program in a school with implementation supported by teachers, Education Support staff, parents and relevant professionals, including providing specialist advice on appropriate intervention strategies in order to meet student needs.
5. Demonstrate the ability to participate in and contribute to a collaborative team environment, developing supportive professional working relationships with staff, students, parents and carers, and providing advice and guidance to all involved.
Role
This position is a 1.0 EFT: 8:00am to 4:06pm. School Holiday attendance may be required for this position- up to 6 days.
Range 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.
Responsibilities
Conduct individual assessments for students with a range of complex needs as requested by the Principal or their delegate
Ability to deliver a comprehensive speech therapy service to students in an educational environment
Including individual and group therapy
Professional development presentations, and the provision of advice on program delivery.
Speech and language assessment, report writing, goal and intervention planning.
Student observations in a classroom environment and make recommendations for adjustments to educational program
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Job type: Full time / From 07/10/2026 - 06/10/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health
Reference: 1435137
Selection Criteria
1. Relevant qualifications, clinical experience and/or knowledge in speech pathology with specific expertise in improving communication skills in young people using an array of research-based interventions.
2. Demonstrate the ability to deliver high quality speech therapy and communication programs for students who require additional speech therapy support, including the capacity to apply highly developed assessment, conceptual and analytical skills.
3. High level organisational, communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with and work with other professionals in providing services to students with complex needs and challenging behaviour.
4. Demonstrate the ability to design and deliver a comprehensive speech therapy support and intervention program in a school with implementation supported by teachers, Education Support staff, parents and relevant professionals, including providing specialist advice on appropriate intervention strategies in order to meet student needs.
5. Demonstrate the ability to participate in and contribute to a collaborative team environment, developing supportive professional working relationships with staff, students, parents and carers, and providing advice and guidance to all involved.
Role
This position is a 1.0 EFT: 8:00am to 4:06pm. School Holiday attendance may be required for this position- up to 6 days.
Range 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.
Responsibilities
Conduct individual assessments for students with a range of complex needs as requested by the Principal or their delegate
Ability to deliver a comprehensive speech therapy service to students in an educational environment
Including individual and group therapy
Professional development presentations, and the provision of advice on program delivery.
Speech and language assessment, report writing, goal and intervention planning.
Student observations in a classroom environment and make recommendations for adjustments to educational program
Who May Apply
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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