Head of Individual Needs - Vacancy DetailsPosition:Organisation Unit:Location:Closing:Synopsis:Head of Individual NeedsLocation: Berwick (Edrington)Tenure and Work Type: Permanent, Full-Time, commencing January ****Applications Close: 10:00am on Monday 10 August ****Are you passionate about inclusive education and committed to ensuring every student thrives?
Haileybury is seeking a dynamic and experienced educator to lead our Individual Needs team at our Berwick campus.
In this pivotal role, you will champion best practices in differentiated learning, support students with diverse educational needs, and collaborate with staff to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Join a school that values innovation, professional growth, and the wellbeing of every learner.Key ResponsibilitiesThe primary role of the Head of Individual Needs is to support the learning needs of students from Prep to Year 12.Utilise data to identify students requiring Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provide professional guidance to staff on setting appropriate goals for these students.Regularly monitor and ensure that IEPs are kept up to date.Identify students with individual needs and assist staff in recognising these students, while coordinating campus-wide screening tests, collecting, and analysing data in line with Haileybury's screening test program.Engage in resource planning and management to advocate for students requiring disability funding.Collaborate with Haileybury Psychologists to ensure that students in need of assessments or ongoing psychological support receive the necessary services.Coordinate referrals to external specialists, such as speech pathologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, Teachers of the Deaf, occupational therapists,



behavioural optometrists, and other relevant providers.Work with relevant staff to plan and manage Program Support Meetings (PSGs).
Participate in campus-based Pastoral Care Meetings to provide updates on students with special needs and disabilities and recommending appropriate curriculum modifications or differentiation strategies.For a detailed list of responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description available on the Haileybury Careers page.About YouHaileybury is seeking outstanding professionals who exemplify collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
We invite applications from individuals who bring a robust skill set, a passion for inclusive education, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to our dynamic learning community.Strong team player with the ability to effectively collaborate with staff, students, and colleagues.Capable of handling multiple demands in a dynamic, semi-structured environment.Proficient in high-level decision-making, with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with students.Resilient when managing interactions with staff and students in challenging situations.Able to work in variable environments, including managing physical tasks like lifting parcels (up to 5kg)



and assessing the need for PPE.A Master's degree in Special Education is highly desirable and will support your success in this role.If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to join the team at Haileybury where we aim to create a supportive culture and learning setting that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth for our staff and students.About HaileyburyHaileybury's vision is to be recognised as a great world school.
Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience that fosters the growth of each student through leading teaching and learning programs, a wide array of opportunities, within a culture of high expectations, empowering students to excel.Everything we do is centred around the Magenta Principles, striving for and achieving more than expected.
Our Principles support and shape this in our daily work:Every student matters every dayEvery staff member matters every dayEffective practises support sustainabilityOnce inclusive communityWhy work for us?
Competitive salary, with further career development and opportunitiesOngoing professional and personal developmentExcellent on-site facilities, grounds and working environmentSecondment opportunities and pathways to other Melbourne campuses, Haileybury Rendall School Darwin and Haileybury Senior School TianjinSupportive, hybrid and versatile work optionsEmployee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Various financial benefits to employees through discount partnership programs and salary packaging optionsWant to find out more?
Please contact the People and Culture Team via .
Please note that successful applicants must have the right to work in Australia and VIT registration.
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