Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 5
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1535271
SC1: Demonstrated experience as a Speech Pathologist delivering a comprehensive speech pathology service in a primary school setting through a multi-tiered model of support, including universal, targeted and individual interventions, in collaboration with school staff to improve student outcomes.
SC2: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team with other allied health professionals, teachers and school leadership to improve outcomes for students.
SC3: Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals, including teachers, parents/carers and students.
SC4: Demonstrated ability to assess student's individual learning needs, evaluate and provide evidence-based intervention programs, monitor and record progress on an individual and small group level.
SC5: Demonstrated experience and capability to plan, implement and support adjustments for students identified for the Disability Inclusion Model, including developing support plans, classroom-based recommendations and implementation of AAC.
SC 6: Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional learning for teachers, education support staff and other relevant professionals, in the areas of language and communication that can be facilitated in the classroom.
Attendance requirement:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Start date and time fraction negotiable
Will usually be a member of the leadership team who is accountable for the development and delivery of key services that are integral to the effective operation of a school/s. Provides a range of services and/or undertakes the analysis of complex problems that form part of the policy framework.
A school or group of schools would need to have the necessary diversity and complexity to create a role at range 5. Management of a major school or district initiative, project or Department targeted strategy would be an indicator depending on the breadth of management responsibilities.
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.
As a member of Riverwalk Primary School's Allied Health and Wellbeing Team, the Speech Pathologist plays a key role in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can access, participate and thrive. Working within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS), the Speech Pathologist provides evidence-based services across whole-school, targeted group and individual levels, building the capacity of staff while supporting students with a range of communication needs.
The successful applicant will:
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants 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.
Victorian 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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Riverwalk Primary School is a government primary school located on Timbarra Drive, Werribee, serving the growing Riverwalk community since opening in 2020. Conveniently positioned just minutes from the Princes Freeway, the school is approximately 30 minutes from Geelong and 35 minutes from Melbourne's CBD, making it easily accessible for staff travelling from across Wyndham, Melbourne's western suburbs and the Geelong region. The school's location within a rapidly expanding community provides exciting opportunities for educators to contribute to a thriving and innovative learning environment.
Riverwalk Primary School currently caters for over 900 students and includes a co-located two-room kindergarten. Situated within one of Melbourne's fastest-growing growth corridors, the school has been master-planned to accommodate up to 1,300 students. Ongoing residential development within the Riverwalk community and surrounding areas continues to drive strong enrolment growth. This sustained growth creates exciting opportunities for staff to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking school community committed to continuous improvement and student success.
Riverwalk Primary School continues to grow, with the recent funding of our Stage Two building project marking an exciting milestone for our school community. This investment will deliver additional state-of-the-art learning spaces to support our growing enrolments and enhance the learning experience for all students. Together with our modern administration building, library, gymnasium, playgrounds and outdoor learning areas, the Stage Two development will ensure Riverwalk Primary School continues to provide fresh, innovative and purpose-built environments that inspire learning and support student success.
Riverwalk Primary School was the first Supported Inclusion School established in Victoria and, since opening, has remained committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. Our strong wellbeing team, clear support processes and collaborative approach ensure students receive the support they need to be successful at school. Through our School-Wide Positive Behaviour (SWPB) framework, we explicitly teach and reinforce positive behaviours, build strong relationships and create a culture of belonging, respect and success. By combining high-quality teaching, wellbeing supports and consistent whole-school practices, we empower all students to learn, grow and achieve their best.
Our vision is to be an inclusive school community where everyone is empowered to achieve excellence, reflected in our motto, Achieving Excellence. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that inspires and challenges all members of our community to embrace learning and achieve academic, social, emotional and physical excellence. Our school values of Inclusion, Collaboration, Resilience and Excellence underpin all aspects of school life and guide our interactions, decision-making and learning culture as we work together to achieve excellence for every learner.
At Riverwalk Primary School, we are committed to continuous improvement and are currently implementing the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model 2.0 (VTLM 2.0), underpinned by the Science of Learning and an explicit teaching approach. We believe that every student deserves access to high-quality, evidence-informed instruction that maximises learning outcomes and supports success for all.
Our teaching and learning programs are grounded in evidence-based practices and a rigorous, knowledge-rich curriculum. We have implemented evidence-based programs and approaches in English to strengthen student outcomes in literacy and are continuing our improvement journey with the implementation of evidence-based approaches in Mathematics from 2027. Through explicit instruction, high expectations and responsive teaching practices, we are committed to ensuring every student develops the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed to thrive.
We empower learners to take ownership of their learning, celebrate achievement, build resilience and develop a lifelong love of learning. Strong partnerships with families and the wider community are central to our work, and we recognise that the best outcomes for students are achieved through collaboration and collective efficacy.