Fixed term Part time (0.6 FTE) until 01 Mar 2027
About the Role
The Department of Education is looking for a highly skilled practitioner to contribute to the important work of our Student Support Services (SSS) team in the Central Highlands Area in supporting schools to address the barriers to learning that impact on student progress to achieving their educational goals and development potential. We invite candidates from the following disciplines: psychologists, social workers, or occupational therapists.
The Student Support Services Branch operates from the Ballarat office and includes schools from Trentham to Ararat and Waubra to Willaura, Linton, Bannockburn to Bacchus Marsh. Practitioners function as part of a multi‐disciplinary health, wellbeing, and inclusion team that includes psychologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and social workers.
If you are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential, and enjoy working in a collaborative multidisciplinary team, a role in the SSS is for you.
Required Qualifications and Experience
* Psychologist: Graduate or post‐graduate qualification in psychology; full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
* Occupational Therapist: Graduate or post‐graduate qualification in occupational therapy; registration as an occupational therapist with AHPRA.
* Social Worker: Graduate or post‐graduate degree in social work or equivalent; eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
Candidates must possess a current Australian Drivers' Licence and a Working with Children Check.
How to Apply
Applications should include a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages) and a curriculum vitae.
About the Department
The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services, policy leadership, and plans for the future of education in Victoria, and leads key cross‐sector collaboration.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Applications close 11:59pm on 22 Mar 2026.
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