Speech Pathologist

Heatherwood School · Donvale, VIC

Employment

Full time, Fixed term

Subject

General

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

27 May 2026

4 days left

Posted 14 May 2026

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About Heatherwood School

Enrolment

214

Total students

61%

Boys

39%

Girls

Staffing

46.6

Teaching FTE

35.2

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

991

ICSEA value

43rd percentile · Average SES

Diversity

17%

EAL/D Background

4%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Selection Criteria

SC1

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the assessment and management of students with communication difficulties and complex learning needs within a school or paediatric setting.

SC2

Demonstrated capacity to deliver evidence-based speech pathology interventions and communication supports, including experience with AAC and assistive communication systems.

SC3

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, allied health professionals, families, and external agencies.

SC4

Demonstrated ability to build the capacity of school staff through consultation, coaching, and professional learning to support inclusive communication practices.

SC5

Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Role

The speech pathologist will be responsible for the provision of communication and language services in a secondary special school setting for students with a mild intellectual disability. The role supports student engagement, communication, participation, learning, wellbeing, and independence through collaborative multidisciplinary practice and capacity building across the school community.

The successful applicant will lead communication support initiatives, mentor allied health staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and champion inclusive communication practices that enable all students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Speech Pathologi…

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