Occupation: Health and allied health Reference: 1548497 Location Profile Deanside Primary School is a rapidly growing, values-driven school serving a high-growth community in Melbourne. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, joyful learning environment where every student and staff member is supported to succeed. Deanside Primary School officially opened January 2022. It is located at 38 Conservatory Drive, Deanside, 3336; which is situated between Caroline Springs and Aintree.
The school currently has an enrolment of 730 students and we are forecasting further growth for 2027 due to the amount of housing being built across the new suburb of Deanside. Deanside Primary School accommodates students from Foundation to Year 6. Currently we have 32 classrooms operatingin the school, with five Specialist areasof STEM, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, PE and Kitchen/Garden taught weekly. LOTE (AUSLAN) was introduced in 2024 and is delivered by all classroom teachers via an online platform. Students are always at the centre of everything we do and we plan to their needs. We pride ourselves on being a caring and innovative school, with a welcoming community and friendly culture. DeansidePrimary School is focussed on developing respectful relationships between students, staff and families to ensure each student¿s social, emotional and academic learning is developed.
All students have access to iPads and our teaching staff use Mac laptops in a technology immersed classroom environment with AppleTV¿s and document cameras. Deanside Primary School objective is to ensure that all students will attain the knowledge and learning traits that will enable a lifelong love of learning and the disposition and capacity to engage critically and confidently within Australian society.



Deanside Primary School will place great emphasis on students, staff and our community, treating everyone with courtesy and respect as well as having high expectations in relation to behaviour and how we respond to different situations. We will strive to develop social and communication skills which help students deal with a range of situations they will encounter as they become lifelong learners. Mission Deanside Primary School¿s mission is to ensure students are supported to achieve their personal best academically, socially and emotionally. Students are encouraged to become courteous, self-managing, resilient and independent young people who have a sense of social responsibility and who are effectively prepared for life in an ever-changing world. Our Vision is to have students that are
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- creative and critical thinkers
- empowered to positively impact both their school and their community.
- joined in a partnership with their teachers to monitor their progress, identify their next point of challenge and collaborate positively with their peers.
- driven to have high expectations
- immersed in a learning culture based on evidence, best practice and inclusion.
- exposed to an environment where Learning and Wellbeing is equally important and we strive to create an inclusive environment that meets the needs of every student. Our School Values drive our school culture. We constantly refer to the values of Excellence, Respect,



Responsibility and Care. Selection Criteria Selection Criteria SC1. Educational Speech Pathology Knowledge and Practice Demonstrated knowledge or capacity to develop capability in assessment and intervention related to speech, language, literacy, AAC and communication needs, using evidence-based practice aligned with Disability Inclusion requirements. SC2. Collaborative and Multidisciplinary Practice Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary allied health and wellbeing team, contributing speech pathology expertise to Disability Inclusion Profiles, SSG processes and whole-school inclusive planning. SC3. Professional Learning and Capacity Building Ability and willingness to design and deliver professional learning for teachers, education support staff and families to build confidence and capability in implementing language, communication and AAC strategies aligned with Disability Inclusion goals. SC4. Documentation and Organisational Skills Strong organisational skills including the ability to maintain accurate case notes, track progress, and contribute to Disability Inclusion documentation, reports and evidence requirements. SC5. Communication, Relationships and Problem-Solving Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families and staff while modelling Disability Inclusion values of dignity, accessibility and communication rights. SC6. Time Management and Qualified Responsibility Evidence of effective time management, caseload prioritisation and reflective practice to support continual growth within the school environment. Role [Attendance requirement for this position]

📌 Speech Therapist for 2027 (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne