Key Selection Criteria
- Proven experience and sound knowledge of speech pathology techniques, including observation, assessment and intervention for students with, language, communication and literacy needs and the ability to provide specialist recommendations.
- Exemplary skills and experience in the development and delivery of interventions within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) approach, in a school setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to connect with students, and collaborate effectively to range of professionals, teachers, families and as member of a team.
- High level organisational skills, including the capacity to prioritise workload.
- A commitment to your own professional learning and growth, and experience in the delivery of high-quality professional learning to others.
Role Purpose
The Speech Pathologist will work collaboratively with students, teachers, education support staff, families and relevant professionals to support students with speech, language, communication and related literacy needs.
The role will operate within the college¿s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and contribute specialist expertise across universal, targeted and individual supports.
A key focus of the role will be supporting students to access learning, developing practical strategies for use within classrooms and building the confidence and capability of staff to respond effectively to communication and language needs.
Where appropriate and within the scope of the role, the Speech Pathologist may undertake limited observation or screening to inform their work with students and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Speech, Language and Communication Support
- Provide specialist advice and support regarding students with speech, language, communication and related literacy needs.
- Work with teachers and education support staff to develop practical strategies that support student participation and access to learning.
- Assist staff to understand how communication and language needs may affect learning, engagement and participation.
- Develop and share practical resources that support effective classroom practice.
Multi-Tiered System of Supports
- Work within the college¿s MTSS framework to support students at universal, targeted and individual levels.
- Contribute specialist knowledge to Tier 1 classroom approaches that support oral language, vocabulary, comprehension, expressive language and communication.
- Support or deliver targeted Tier 2 interventions for individual students or small groups where an identified need exists.
- Provide individualised intervention or consultation for students with more significant or persistent communication needs where appropriate.
- Work with relevant staff to monitor student progress and determine appropriate next steps.
Student Support and Intervention
- Work directly with students individually or in small groups where speech pathology intervention is appropriate.
- Provide practical strategies and recommendations that support students within the educational setting.
- Where appropriate, undertake limited observation or screening to inform intervention and support.
- Review student progress and adjust supports or interventions where required.
- Assist staff to embed relevant strategies within everyday classroom practice.
Literacy and Learning
- Work collaboratively with literacy and intervention staff, including the Kurunjang Literacy Program, where language or communication needs are affecting students¿ literacy development.
- Provide specialist support in areas including oral language, vocabulary, comprehension, expressive language and written language.
- Assist staff to recognise where speech or language needs may be contributing to difficulties with learning.
- Support evidence-informed strategies that improve students¿ access to curriculum and classroom instruction.
Staff Support and Professional Learning
- Provide guidance, consultation and practical support to teachers and education support staff.
- Contribute to professional learning relating to speech, language and communication where appropriate.
- Share relevant evidence-informed resources and approaches with staff.
Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with teaching and learning, wellbeing, engagement and student support staff.
- Liaise with Department Student Support Services and other allied health professionals where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with external professionals involved in supporting students.
Professional Practice and Administration
- Maintain appropriate records of consultations, interventions and recommendations.
- Manage workload and priorities in consultation with the relevant college leader.
- Maintain contemporary professional knowledge and engage in relevant professional learning.
- Work in accordance with Department requirements, professional standards, confidentiality requirements and Child Safe Standards.
- Undertake other duties consistent with the role and classification of an Education Support Class Level 1 Range 5 Speech Pathologist.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
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 [email protected]
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.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Please ensure that your application includes:
- a resume including relevant experience as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business, and home)
- a section addressing the key selection criteria in relevant detail.
- names and contact numbers (telephone and email) of at least two referees.
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
- 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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Applicants wishing further information about the college or this position, are encouraged to contact the Principal, Aylin Gökmen at [email protected] prior to the closing date of applications.
Please use the following subject line in your request: Speech Pathologist
School Profile
Kurunjang Secondary College is a government school in Melbourne¿s west, serving approximately 900 students from Years 7 to 12. The college is inclusive and community-focused, with a strong commitment to academic growth, student engagement, and equitable pathways. Guided by the shared purpose ¿we learn, grow and achieve together,¿ we prioritise high expectations and collective achievement.
The college is aligning all practice with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM 2.0), Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and the Science of Learning. These frameworks guide curriculum, engagement, wellbeing, and leadership, ensuring consistency and evidence-based decision-making.
Kurunjang delivers targeted literacy instruction through its Kurunjang Literacy Program (KLP) and supports numeracy through scaffolded intervention, co-teaching, and differentiated practice. We have adopted the Positive Classroom Management Strategies (PCMS) guiding principles of Tell, Show, Practice and Monitor to embed consistent expectations and routines.
With four vertically structured Houses led by House Leaders, broad senior pathways including VCE (VM and VPC), VET, and Western Edge Cluster offerings, and major capital works currently underway to deliver a new Learning Centre, Kurunjang is a school moving forward. Located just 35¿40 minutes from inner Melbourne via major arterials or V/Line, it offers a professional and collaborative environment for dedicated staff.
