Speech Therapist- Ascot Vale Heights School - ES Range 5 - NEW POSITION

Department of Education Victoria – Ascot Vale VIC

2d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

Ascot Vale Heights School is a state government P-12 special school, catering for students with mild intellectual disabilities. We are deeply passionate about preparing young people to reach their full potential and become active and engaged global learners. AVHS provides evidence-based learning that maximises the independence of each person in an innovative and engaging inclusive learning setting. It is located in the Travancore Estate of Ascot Vale.

The school offers excellent programs to promote the learning and independence skills of all students.

Specialist classes include Physical Education, Music, Art, and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen and Garden Program.

Parents are welcome and encouraged to participate in their children's education. A number of information sessions and programs to support parents are held throughout the year.

Ascot Vale Heights School is supported by a collaborative Allied Health team comprising Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapists and a Mental Health Practitioner. The Allied Health team works closely with teachers, Education Support staff, students and families to support communication, learning, wellbeing, participation and independence. Allied Health staff work as an integral part of the school community, providing consultation, classroom-based support, professional expertise and targeted interventions that build the capacity of staff to meet the diverse needs of our students.

For further information please visit: https://ascotvalehs.vic.edu.au/

Selection Criteria

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Advanced Speech Pathology expertise Demonstrated extensive experience and advanced knowledge of speech pathology practice, particularly in supporting students with disability and complex communication needs.

2. Allied Health leadership Demonstrated capacity to lead, coordinate and develop a high-performing Allied Health team, fostering collaboration, professional growth and a strong focus on student outcomes.

3. Strategic leadership Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively as a member of the school leadership team and to lead initiatives aligned with the school's strategic priorities and improvement agenda.

4. Organisation and prioritisation Highly developed organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, allocate resources effectively and establish systems that support high-quality Allied Health services.

5. Collaboration and capacity building Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with teachers, Education Support staff, families and external professionals, and to build staff capability through consultation, coaching and professional learning.

6. Evidence-informed practice and continuous improvement Demonstrated commitment to evidence-informed practice, innovation and continuous improvement, with the ability to use professional expertise and data to strengthen student communication, participation, independence and wellbeing.

Role

Work days:



Full time Monday- Friday, 38 hours per week

The Speech Pathologist Range 5 is a senior professional and leadership position within Ascot Vale Heights School. The position is a member of the school's leadership team and is accountable for the effective leadership, coordination and development of Allied Health services across the school.

The position provides high-level professional expertise in speech pathology and leads the development and delivery of services that support student learning, communication, participation, wellbeing and independence. The role works strategically with school leaders, teachers, Education Support staff, students, families and external professionals to ensure Allied Health services are responsive to the needs of the school and aligned with the School Strategic Plan.

The Speech Pathologist Range 5 manages the Allied Health team, including supporting professional practice, establishing priorities, coordinating service delivery, developing staff capability and ensuring effective collaboration across disciplines. The position contributes to the development of whole-school approaches, systems and practices that build the capacity of staff and improve outcomes for students.

The role requires a high level of professional judgement and the ability to analyse complex student, service and organisational issues, identify priorities and develop effective responses. The position may lead significant school initiatives, projects or Department priorities where these involve a substantial level of responsibility, coordination and influence across the school.

The position will have a strong focus on capacity buildin

📌 Speech Therapist- Ascot Vale Heights School (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melbourne