Description ABOUT WAYI SCHOOL Wayi School is a new Government P-12 specialist school providing educational programs for students with disability and high needs who have mild to profound intellectual disability. Wayi School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school, and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students. 'Wayi' is a Woi-wurrung word of the Wurundjeri people meaning ‘us’ - which represents the vision for our school perfectly. We plan to work together, in partnership, supporting our students as a team. We know that our students will benefit from the efforts, expertise, and commitment from all of 'US' - including family, educators, and community. The Wayi School vision is to empower and inspire every member of our learning community. We are committed to creating innovative learning environments that nurture and develop all students through an ability and strength-based approach. Through collaborative partnerships we provide learning that is individualised and holistic to ensure our students become valued and contributing members of their community. We believe in empowering our staff to work autonomously in a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages personal growth and development. Wayi School’s core values include Voice, Choice and Independence. Voice – We believe communication underpins all areas of learning and life, and everybody has the capacity and the right to communicate. Choic e – We promote agency, enabling everyone to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world. Independence – We strive to prepare all students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of the future. SELECTION CRITERIA SC1. Knowledge, ability and experience in delivering Occupational Therapy services, into the school curriculum for students from 5-18 years in a specialist educational environment, under a Multi-tiered Systems of Support model. SC2. Demonstrated skills in a wide range of tasks including assessments; planning; implementation of evidence-based intervention strategies; report writing and resource development relating to students's sensory and emotional regulation; self-care, fine motor, seating & positioning, and play skills. SC3. Demonstrated skills in effective collaboration with leadership, therapy and teaching teams to deliver therapeutic supports within a school setting. SC4. Ability to resource and in-service staff on relevant Occupational Therapy theory and intervention related to productivity, self-care and leisure such that intervention can be facilitated in every class. SC5. Ability to liaise and work in collaboration with class teams, families/ caregivers and external therapy teams to improve student outcomes at school. SC6. Ability to work with students who present with complex communication or sensory needs and challenging behaviours. JOB DESCRIPTION Collaborate with therapy coordinators around delivery of therapeutic supports across the school, under a multi-tiered systems of support model. Contribute to therapy team planning and implementation of team and school goals. Incorporate school policies, procedures and vision into delivery of therapy supports. Together with the occupational therapy team, develop and deliver professional learning to all staff. Collaborate and build capacity within classroom teams to implement occupational therapy recommendations and programs in assist students¿ access to the curriculum and promoting participation across the school day, according to students¿ individual needs, developmental level and age appropriateness. Engage in assessments, report writing and case meetings to support students¿ Disability Inclusion applications for funding. Collaborate with classroom teams to complete appropriate assessment to support the development of IEPs. Collaborate with therapy coordinators to maintain occupational therapy budgets and resources. Demonstrate creative, inventive and innovative qualities to engage students, staff and parents on relevant evidence-based interventions to support students development in area such as play, fine and gross motor skills, activities of daily living, sensory and emotional regulation, seating and mobility. Contribute to facilitation of student placements alongside Therapy Coordinators. Requirements ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Consistently model and implement whole school strategies, including School-Wide Positive Behaviour Supports. Commitment to ongoing professional learning and supervision as required by Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Effective management of caseload to ensure equity of all students. Effective management of administrative duties. Document student progress and needs; and make recommendations to classroom staff to ensure student growth and continuity of consistent supports. Design, develop and implement Occupational Therapy services through evidence-based research. Assist with facilitation of Student Focused Meetings with assigned classrooms. Attend and contribute to relevant school meetings and working parties. Collaborate with other therapy team members to implement and evaluate intervention strategies, particularly complex cases that may require cross-professional or external agency collaboration. Assist with maintaining links with external health professionals, community resources and agencies. Maintain appropriate records and provide written and oral reports as required. Conduct regular review of students¿ equipment needs and ensure equipment is prescribed in a timely and sustainable manner. Liaise with and educate parents, caregivers and staff on student progress and specific intervention strategies and/or equipment. Conduct regular review and upkeep of sensory rooms within the school as per departmental policies. Ensure occupational therapy equipment and resources are well maintained for safe use. Conduct oneself in line with all school and departmental policies and procedures, as well as those outlined by AHPRA and OT board of Australia.