Overview
Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo
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Selection Criteria
KSC 1. Experience and sound knowledge of speech pathology techniques and the ability to develop, provide and evaluate speech pathology services and provide specialist advice on appropriate intervention strategies.
KSC 2. Demonstrated ability to deliver comprehensive speech pathology services to students and families within an educational environment including speech and language assessment, reporting and the provision of advice on program delivery.
KSC 3. Demonstrated capacity to work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary professional team and contribute to the achievements of the team.
KSC 4. A strong capacity to apply highly developed conceptual and analytical skills in the provision of student support services and work with children, young people and their families.
KSC 5. Demonstrated ability to design, deliver or broker professional learning, preferably for teachers and other relevant professionals, in the area of language and communication.
KSC 6. A highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people within the educational community and beyond.
Role
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities
* To assess the individual speech/communication needs of students as required
* To support staff in developing skills to enhance students' communication skills both in groups and/or on an individual basis.
* To support parents in developing skills to enhance their child's communication skills appropriate to their children via group and individual sessions.
* To develop individual goals and report against these goals at the end of each year.
* To provide recommendations to guide teachers and ES staff in structuring programs to best facilitate the development of communication skills for students.
* To provide professional development sessions on communication development, augmentative and alternative communication systems, implementation of communication systems in classrooms and use of resources including software applications as needed
* Create and maintain appropriate records for students.
* Provide oral and written reports as necessary.
* Continue to seek knowledge of best practice and engage in professional development activities accordingly.
Liaise with external agencies and community networks
Who May Apply
* New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply
* Eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia membership.
* Have 3 professional referees.
Diversity and Inclusion
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
Other Information
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
* Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Conditions of Employment
* All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
* Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
* A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
* Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Location Profile
Specimen Hill Primary School was originally established in 1874 on its current site in Inglewood Street, Golden Square, within the provincial city of Bendigo. A modern school was constructed on the existing site between 2004 and 2005. Situated on a hill in a quiet and pleasant locality, the school¿s spacious and picturesque grounds provide a unique country atmosphere within a city setting.
Specimen Hill Primary School currently has an enrolment of 212 students. The school maintains a consistent culture of school improvement, with a clear focus on maximising student learning outcomes and building teacher capacity through ongoing professional learning and collaboration.
The school provides a comprehensive and engaging curriculum that caters for the diverse needs of all students. We are committed to preparing students for their future pathways by fostering curiosity, resilience and a love of learning. Student voice and leadership are highly valued, and students are provided with a range of leadership opportunities.
Student wellbeing and safety are central to all aspects of school life. Specimen Hill Primary School provides an inclusive, safe, secure and supportive learning environment where every child is known, valued and supported. We actively encourage all students to achieve their personal best and celebrate individual and collective success.
Our school values of Be Caring, Be a Learner and BeSafe underpin our work and guide the behaviours and expectations of our whole school community. The priority at Specimen Hill Primary School is to meet the individual learning needs of all students, enhance their learning opportunities and achievement, and do so in conjunction with families and the community. The underlying philosophy is to facilitate lifelong development and the growth of students so that they can achieve their full potential as individuals and as members of a healthy and productive community. Parents, students and staff are strongly encouraged to work together in partnerships to support this improvement.
Parents are encouraged to become involved in the school as partners in students' educational journey. Parents can become involved in the school through various avenues. Specimen Hill Primary School prides itself on its strong partnerships with families and the wider community, working together to support every student to thrive.
Applications close Thursday 5 March 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
20 February 2026