Speech Therapist - FTE 0.6; Time Fraction NegotiableJob posted: 11/10/2024Job type: Part-time / From 28/01/2025Organisation: Schools (Government)Salary: Salary not specifiedOccupation: Health and Allied HealthReference: 1441663Closes: 24/10/2024Location ProfileTruganina South Primary School is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) development in the Wyndham network area. The school caters for all year levels from P-6. The school is located on Parkvista Drive and Federation Boulevard Truganina South and the majority of the students are drawn from the local area.The state-of-the-art facility provides critical infrastructure that brings together the best in contemporary educational design and promotes active student-centred learning through the creation of flexible, functional spaces.This innovative, rich and rigorous curriculum is delivered in a positive, stimulating and challenging learning environment where every child experiences success and develops a love of life-long learning.Truganina South Primary School provides high-quality programs in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Science, LOTE (Mandarin), and Physical Education.Our VisionAt Truganina South Primary School, the child is at the centre of all we do. We collaborate to support student wellbeing and learning, preparing our students for happy and successful futures.Our MissionIt is the mission of Truganina South Primary School to provide our students with excellence in teaching and learning and to ensure that all students experience success.Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated interest in working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary professional team of teachers, education support staff, therapists, and other professionals to improve outcomes for students.SC2 Ability to use clinical reasoning and design therapy interventions within the educational setting, including programs within the classroom.SC3 Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, including teachers, parents, and students.SC4 Commitment to engage in ongoing professional learning, both within the school and externally.SC5 Demonstrated ability to work independently, utilise effective time management strategies, establish priorities and meet deadlines.RoleAs our senior Speech Therapist, this role includes the following:Conduct formal assessment of students in areas such as communication, alternative and augmentative communication, speech, language, and social/behavioural needs.Provide the delivery of programs in collaboration with teachers, parents/carers according to students’ individual needs.Document, record, and accurately report on student progress and make recommendations for future programming.Plan and guide ES staff members in the delivery of our language support program.Provide professional learning for staff.Attend meetings (e.g., staff, department, and program support group).ResponsibilitiesThe initial responsibilities of this position will be:Effective assessment monitoring and reporting of student's individual needs.Implement therapeutic programs through individual, small group, or whole class settings.Provide support to student's families or carers through direct and indirect means (e.g., meetings and developing/providing resources).Effective organisation management and promotion of teamwork.Effective communication skills. Evidence of professionally sensitive communication with parents/carers and students.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.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.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.To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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