Speech Pathologist - negotiable start (Term 4 2026 or Term 1 2027 )
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
16 September 2026
Posted 4 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Riverbend Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
74.5
47.5 teaching · 27 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
731
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
70%
Girls vs boys
362 girls · 369 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Selection Criteria
1. Experience and sound knowledge of speech pathology techniques, including assessment and intervention for students with speech, language, communication and literacy needs, and the ability to provide specialist advice on appropriate intervention strategies.
2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge base and application of a range of synthetic phonics programs/strategies and a commitment to implementing this type of intervention throughout the school.
3. Recognise the importance of working positively and effectively with a small team of staff, students and parents/carers.
4. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional learning for teachers and Education Support Staff in the area of language and communication.
5. Demonstrated ability to assess and write funding reports.
Role
[Attendance requirement for this position]
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…