Occupational Therapist

Fleetwood PS is located in Narre Warren and currently has 261 students in 12 classrooms. The school has one Principal, an Assistant Principal, a Leading Teacher,  2 Learning Specialists, 15 full time teachers and 2 part time teachers. There are 3 Education Support staff working in the school office as our main Administration team.  There are 9 Education Support staff who work alongside teachers in classrooms to support students with disabilities and learning difficulties, as well as a Community Hub Leader. The school employs 1 part-time employee to assist with the Buildings & Grounds.

SCHOOL VISION

Fleetwood Primary School is an inclusive community that nurtures and encourages curiosity in learners to pursue their dreams.

VALUES

We achieve excellence together by being responsible, safe and respectful learners.

LOCATION

Fleetwood Primary School is located in Narre Warren in the South Eastern growth corridor of Melbourne. The school was established in 1929 and moved to its current location on Fleetwood Drive in 1996.

FACILITIES

The school consists of the main building which houses 14 classrooms, the library, 2 computer labs, staff and administration areas. Another two classrooms are housed in a building connected to the main building by a covered walkway and which incorporates a large foyer area. Our art room and music room are in the same building as our performing arts centre. This building has both an indoor and outdoor stage area with costume and props preparation and storage area. We have two standalone buildings; one being used for outside school care and the other being a full-size gymnasium with two classrooms under the roof line.

GROUNDS

The school grounds include a wide variety of playground facilities. We have a large oval, a soccer pitch, two basketball courts, and large shaded play areas for both active and passive play. The school takes pride in our grounds and takes great care to ensure gardens and playing spaces are well maintained. The school is fortunate to have an open grassed public area available at the back of the school which is used for supervised events such as cross country and lunchtime sports programs.

ENROLMENTS/STAFF

The school has an enrolment of 259 students and 35 staff. All staff network with neighbouring schools in the Casey North Network to share ideas and they pride themselves on their continued professional learning. The teaching staff, together with our highly valued education support staff, provide a comprehensive and engaging curriculum that caters for all levels of achievement. The school places a large emphasis on distributive leadership and professional collaboration through our Professional Learning Community work.

CURRICULUM AND PROGRAMS

Literacy, Numeracy, and student wellbeing skills are given a high priority. We also place importance on the nurturing of cultural, social, creative, physical and personal development of all members of our school community. All areas of the school have access to up-to-date computer technology being iPads, laptops, robotics, and desktop computers with internet access. The school uses an integrated inquiry approach to learning. In the junior grades investigations is a highlight. Specialist areas include Physical Education, Digital Technologies, Auslan, Performing Arts and Visual Arts. Our programs reflect the school¿s focus on providing students with a broad range of experiences.

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Parent involvement is highly valued at Fleetwood Primary School. We have a commitment to a strong home-school partnership and welcome parent involvement in school activities. Fundraising activities focus on building social interactions with parents. Parents are invited to attend Friday afternoon assemblies and many special events throughout the year. Parents are very active on School Council and on our fundraising subcommittee. We encourage parents and grandparents to assist in the classroom, on excursions, during sports days and to attend all special school events.

For further information about the school, please visit: fleetwoodps.vic.edu.au or facebook.com/fleetwoodps

SC1 Demonstrates ability to select and apply current evidenced-based practice in the provision of Occupational Therapy practice in a primary school setting.

SC2 Relevant critical experience and/or knowledge or interest in the areas of paediatric disability practice and sensory processing.

SC3 Demonstrates ability to form collaborative partnerships with families, staff and community members from a range of professional and cultural backgrounds.

SC4 Demonstrates excellence in oral and written communication including developing relevant evidence-based goals for students to inform IEPs and other support plans.

SC5 Demonstrates ability to use initiative for problem solving, setting priorities within the caseload and time management.

SC6 Demonstrated experience and capability to plan, implement and support adjustments for students identified for the Disability Inclusion Model, including developing support plans for Disability Inclusion profile meetings.

Attendance: 1 day per week 8.30am - 4.30pm

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.  Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations. 

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.  Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school.  Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.

Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.

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.

The responsibilities of this position will be:

1. Regularly consult with teachers and parents in relation to the progress of students.
2. Provide written and verbal assessment and recommendations to teachers and parents where appropriate.
3. Work in consultation with teaching teams to develop relevant evidence-based goals for students to inform IEPs and other support plans.
4. Provide professional development to staff of the school and the external community as requested/appropriate.
5. Meet regularly with team and other school staff in structured meetings regarding ongoing development and strategic planning of service provision to students, staff, parents and community agencies.
6. Keep accurate and relevant file notes for individual students and perform administrative duties.
7. Understanding of the Disability Inclusion Model and the roles and responsibilities associated with supporting and implementing such programs in a primary school setting.

• Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfil the specific requirements of the position
• Must have an approved qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Must have a current Employee Working with Children Check

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.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value 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 roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

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

• 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