SC1 Possess relevant recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and demonstrate relevant clinical experience, ideally with knowledge of appropriate classroom interventions related to sensory and emotional regulation (but not essential).
SC2 Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the development and implementation of dynamic Occupational Therapy programs for our students.
SC3 Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional learning for teachers and Education Support Staff in the area of Occupational Therapy.
SC4 Demonstrated capacity to lead and deliver individual and small group Occupational Therapy programs to students who require additional support within a group setting.
SC5 Demonstrated understanding of how neurodiversity and adaptive functioning impacts learning.
SC6 Demonstrated ability to participant in and contribute to a collaborative working environment in a transdisciplinary team and develop supportive professional working relationships with staff and students.
Role Description:
The Occupational Therapist provides high level support, addressing the therapy needs of individuals and groups of students. The Occupational Therapist works closely with the Student Wellbeing & Allied Health Team, led by the Assistant Principal. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate evidence of an appropriate Occupational Therapist qualification.
The Occupational Therapist is required to:
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Provide friendly and helpful assistance to students, their families and staff
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Prioritise and manage work demands
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Communicate effectively with a range of people
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Report to, and provide advice and recommendations to senior management on relevant matters
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Resolve complex enquiries relating to the work area
An Education Support 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.
Essential Requirements of the Role
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High organisation and time management skills
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High Interpersonal Skills
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Capacity to work as a member of team
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Ability to support students from a range of backgrounds
Role
Provide standard clinical professional services to students within the parameters of school policy and guidelines
Conduct assessment of students in areas such as regulation, fine motor, self care, social interaction
Design and implement programs in collaboration with teachers, parents / carers according to students' individual needs and based on developmental level and age appropriateness.
Document, record and accurately report on student involvement, evaluate progress and make recommendations for future programming.
Provide information about special access equipment and physical barriers within the school environment as required by staff, parents / carers.
Attend meetings eg staff, therapy and case conferences .
Maintain Occupational Therapy resources
Complete comprehensive reports which include factual analysis and recommendations for consideration by the family and school
Facilitate individual or group programs for clients
Conduct training and instruction for school staff and parents where needed within the professional field
Explain professional concepts and approaches to clients, stakeholders, colleagues and staff
Provide operational leadership and strategic planning with respect to professional service delivery
Other duties as directed by the Principal.
Responsibilities
The initial responsibilities of this position will be:
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Effective assessment monitoring and reporting of student's individual needs.
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Implement therapeutic programs through individual, small group or whole class settings.
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Provide support to student's families or carers through direct and indirect means (E.g meetings and developing/providing resources)
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Effective organisation management and promotion of teamwork.
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Effective communication skills. Evidence of professionally sensitive communication with parents /carers and students.
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Provide evidence-based services consistent with accepted professional and organisational policies and procedures
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Leading the development and implementation of therapy-based programs (small group withdrawal program for students requiring therapeutic support. This includes:
- preparation of curriculum materials
- preparation of formal reports for parent / teacher interviews
- training and mentoring Education Staff and Allied Health Assistance in the delivery of the program.
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Providing therapy to individual students or small groups of students as required
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Providing high level advice in the area of expertise to the Principal Class and school level personnel as required
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Contributing to the collaborative work and functioning of the school wellbeing team; attending meetings as required, and providing leadership in initiating service improvement
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Performing other duties appropriate to the classification as requested to assist in the effective delivery of services
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Maintaining detailed notes and records relevant to the program.
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Collaborative skills and willingness to work as part of a broader team supporting students including their classroom teachers, learning specialists, integration aides, intervention specialists and families
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Provide feedback about any changes or experiences within student classrooms that might affect a student's therapy plan
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Write summary notes outlining the support provided within sessions clearly and promptly by end of each workday
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Assist in the preparation of therapy resources including photocopying, printing, and laminating
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Participate in the monitoring of individual student's progress towards their learning goals
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Undertake professional development activities to maintain and enhance skills
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Being an active member of the staff team.
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
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Please ensure that your application (via School Jobs Victoria) includes:
a resume including relevant experience, including detailed employment history, as well as personal details (name, address and contact numbers, business and home and WWCC number)
a response addressing each of the selection criteria (recommended up to 1 page per criteria)
Names and contact numbers (telephone and email if possible) of at least three referees who are able to attest to the claims made in your application/selection criteria, 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.
Applicants wishing further information about the college or this position, are encouraged to contact the Assistant Principal, Mrs Angela Roberts, prior to the closing date of applications. Angela can be contacted via 03-80013333 nor via [email protected] -
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
Brinbeal Secondary College
As Brinbeal Secondary College grows, we are searching for passionate professionals to join our team. Our education support staff are energetic, open to professional development, passionate about learning and wellbeing, and interested in connecting as part of an amazing school community.
Joining a college that has recently opened, you will be part of the exciting journey of contributing to a new school culture and the creation of inclusive learning and wellbeing support, in brand new state of the art facilities.
We are seeking dedicated professionals who are committed to empowering students and colleagues, playing a pivotal role in our college community. We encourage applications from professionals with all levels of experience, including recent graduates through to highly accomplished individuals and those new to working in schools.
As a new and growing school, the school has the capacity to negotiate part-time hours with any applicants who wish to be considered for part-time only.
Position Benefits:
This position is an Education Support Level 1 - Range 4, which has a starting salary of $93,265 per annum (1.0 EFT) as per the 2022 VGSA. (note this will increase when a new VGSA is approved)
Our Education Support team enjoy the same school holiday periods as our teachers - which is fully paid - that's approx. 10 to 11 weeks holidays per year.
Education Support Professionals have the opportunity of creating a sustainable work/life balance with consistent hours and days during the school week (no weekends or after-hours duty).
You will be supported to grow and develop your skills and knowledge through regular professional learning and involvement in collaborative networks.
About our School:
Brinbeal Secondary College is one of the newest 7 - 12 Secondary College in Melbourne's west. The school opened its doors to its first cohort of Year 7 students in 2024 to a purpose built, state of the art educational facility.
At present, the school has just over 770 in Years 7 to 9 and will add an additional year 7 cohort each year until 2029 when it will become a 7 - 12 school.
There is great excitement in the community about our new school.
We are also a Supported Inclusion School, providing a range of supports to our students to promote inclusion, wellbeing and learning growth.
The school is situated in Melbourne's booming western growth corridor approximately 23 kilometres from Melbourne CBD and services the rapidly growing and aspirational communities of the highly sought after Grove and Grand Central Estates in Tarneit.
Find out more via our website: Brinbeal Secondary College, Tarneit (brinbealsc.vic.edu.au)
Our Facilities:
Stage 1 state of the art educational facilities are now complete and includes:
Administration and Resource Centre - featuring modern design and dedicated wellbeing/allied health space with 6 individual therapeutic rooms.
Exceptional two storey Science and Technology building
Large Learning Neighbourhood - featuring 14 general classrooms, multiple presentation and seminar spaces and an array of quiet and small group collaborative areas.
Performing Arts building
Large Community Hub - features 3 indoor basketball courts and multi-purpose exercise rooms
Outside - we have extensive outdoor sports courts as well as manicured landscaping that allows for multipurpose outdoor learning experiences.
Stage 2 construction is currently underway and is anticipated to be completed before the end of 2026.
Our Values:
Brinbeal Secondary College's values are:
Respect - Have honour or regard for the worth of oneself, others and the school environment.
Acceptance - Value all members of the community as they present themselves and wish to be seen.
Aspiration & Achievement - Set ambitious goals and strive to achieve them.
Working at Brinbeal SC:
All staff at Brinbeal Secondary College have qualities which ensure the effective learning & wellbeing of our students at the school.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for you to work in a brand-new secondary school in the heart of the western suburbs, catering for the diversity of learners.
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You will be empowered by education support staff, teachers and leaders in a highly collaborative workplace, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
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The Principal Class have an open-door policy and are always available to staff. They are highly visible both in the yard and frequent classes.
Staff are highly motivated and skilled and are active contributors to the creation of a high achieving secondary school.
Our staff are committed to professional learning and growth for both self and others to ensure we are maximising the learning outcomes of all students.
About our Wellbeing & Allied Health Team:
Our Wellbeing & Allied Health Team currently consists of:
This position is a new additional role to complement and support our current team.
If you are ready for the next challenge in your career in education and enjoy working collaboratively to enable student success and achievement, feel free to contact Assistant Principal Angela Roberts either via phone or email to discuss the role further or to organise a school tour.
