About the Role The primary responsibility of this role is to lead and lead a team of Visiting Teachers who provide support to students in areas such as physical/health impairment, vision impairment, hearing impairment, autism spectrum disorder and complex behaviours. and to assist their classroom teachers, school and school community with high level advice and information. A key part of the role is to ensure the skills of the Visiting Teachers are used in the most effective way to address regional priorities and areas of greatest need. This includes the way in which the Visiting Teacher service supports the work of Area Teams. The role is responsible for leading and managing service delivery in an innovative manner across diverse geographic areas. The position is required to promote and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including the Health, Wellbeing and Inclusion Workforce, school principals and agencies such as the Victorian Deaf Education Institute. Attributes: * People Leadership * Flexibility & Adaptability * Collaboration * Stakeholder management * Critical thinking & Problem solving * Team Management * Develop Capability of others Desirable Qualifications and Experience: * Essential: Relevant tertiary qualification in Teaching * Essential: Membership with the Victorian Institute of Teaching * Essential: Experience in leading large teams in an education setting * Desirable: Recognised qualification in Special Education About us Schools and Regional Services (SRS) offers central, regional, and local expertise to enhance learning and development outcomes, supported by a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. It comprises 17 areas within 4 regions, backed by 5 central office divisions, all collaborating to deliver improved outcomes for early childhood services, schools, communities, and learners, in line with Education State commitments. SRS regions serve as a bridge between the central office, schools, and service providers, ensuring smooth transitions for learners and achieving the department's ambitious targets. Each region includes divisions specialising in school performance, student wellbeing and early childhood support, working with area-based teams to tailor local interventions and practices. The 17 areas provide crucial insights into local trends and issues, facilitating effective policy and program development and driving child and learner outcomes across all services and programs. About the Department The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services. The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems. How to Apply Please click the Apply Now button on this advertisement. Applications should include a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages) and resume. Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description. The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Kris Parsons – School Inclusive Practice Branch Manager via 0412486940 or Kristopher.parsons@education.vic.gov.au Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.