Support Officer - Speech And Language

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS895688

Appointment Pool

Peel Language Development School (PLDS) is seeking to establish a pool of motivated Speech Pathologist and/or qualified Teacher with a competent understanding of Speech and Language delays and or difficulties to work in the role of Support OfficerSpeech and Language (SOSL). The pool will be for appointments to permanent and fixed-term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2024 and 2025 school years. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2024 and 2025 school years.

Experienced and motivated Speech Pathologist and/or qualified Teachers with a competent understanding of Speech and Language delays and/or difficulties, are strongly encouraged to apply.

PLDS is an Independent Public School which opened in February 2002 and provides a specialist service for students with a Developmental Language Disorder, from Kindergarten to Year 3. In 2012, PLDS further enhanced its scope with the incorporation of the Statewide Speech and Language Service (SSLS).

The SOSL will be based in Port Kennedy and will work as part of a collaborative team of Teachers and Speech Pathologists.  PLDS and SSLS provides support to mainstream schools within the South Metropolitan, Southwest and East Kimberley regions. Our service provides consultations and professional learning to educators in the areas of speech, language and literacy development, predominately Kindergarten to Year Three.

Suitable applicants will be supported in their professional development, knowledge of evidence-based practices, the Western Australian curriculum and areas of interest that will support the service.

Strong Information and Communications Technology (ICT) communication skills are highly desired, especially Microsoft Office knowledge. As our service continually seeks to improve how we support educators and the wider community in improving their knowledge and practices, we are seeking a proactive participant who embraces change and innovation. Suitable applicants should have a genuine interest in the school community and our PLDS Business Plan.

The team travels regularly within our service region. These trips are planned in advance and team members’ availabilities are taken into consideration as much as possible. A flexible approach to working is important as travel may involve overnight stays. Therefore, a current Driver’s Licence and registered vehicle are essential.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to speech, language and learning outcomes.
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor and review the delivery of professional support in language and literacy development.
• Negotiation, consultation and interpersonal skills with proven ability working collaboratively and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of people across settings.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills, including effective facilitation skills and the ability to prepare professional tools.
• Well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify issues, devise plans and apply strategies to address them.

Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• hold a recognised qualification in teaching or a professional qualification in Speech Pathology
• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.
• undertake travel to regional areas including overnight stays.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 4 June 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.