Ahp3 Speech Pathologist, Inclusive Practice

Department For Education; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Education in Adelaide is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join the Autism Inclusion Initiative within the AIM Team. You will provide expertise in speech, language and communication, support Autism Inclusion Teachers and lead professional learning across SA schools.

The role involves collaboration with SIES and Inclusive Teaching and Learning Directorate to strengthen neuro-affirming practices and improve learning outcomes for Autistic learners.

Qualifications

• Essential: degree that enables full membership to Speech Pathology Australia and CPSP status.
• Desirable: experience in using and evaluating AAC with school-aged students.
• Desirable: experience working with families of autistic children.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in speech, language and communication within schools.
• Develop and deliver evidence-informed professional learning, resources and consultation.
• Collaborate with the AIM Team and stakeholders to strengthen inclusive, neuro-affirming practices.
• Support Autism Inclusion Teachers to implement communication strategies for Autistic students.

Skills

AAC experience

Autism awareness

Communication skills

Education

Speech Pathology degree

CPSP membership

Job description

Department for Education
Job reference: 864053
Location: 5022 - HENLEY BEACH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Why work with us

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

About the role

The South Australian Government has invested in the Autism Inclusion Teacher Initiative, which supports Autism Inclusion Teachers (AITs) in all public schools with a primary enrolment across the state.

The Autism Inclusion Multidisciplinary (AIM) Team works collaboratively to build the capability of AITs to lead and influence inclusive, neuro-affirming practices within their school communities. This strengthens educator capability and improves educational outcomes for Autistic and neurodivergent learners.

The Speech Pathologist provides expertise and guidance in speech, language and communication, including unique social communication needs. The role contributes to the development and delivery of evidence-informed professional learning, resources and consultation to more than 420 Autism Inclusion Teachers across South Australia.

The role supports AITs to implement strategies that promote communication, participation, learner agency and access to learning for Autistic and neurodivergent students.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Speech Pathologist contributes to a capability building service model that supports sustainable change across schools. The role also works with SIES staff, the wider Inclusive Teaching and Learning Directorate, Student Support Services, Local Education Teams and other stakeholders to strengthen inclusive, neuro-affirming practice and support the Department's commitment to improve outcomes for Autistic and neurodivergent learners.

The role also contributes to the broader work of SIES and Inclusive Teaching and Learning through service delivery, team and service-wide activities, and project work that strengthens inclusive education and builds system-wide capability.

Qualifications

Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership to Speech Pathology Australia. Current Practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia with Certified Practising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status.
Desirable: Experience in using and evaluating AAC with school aged students. Experience in working with families who have child/ren with autism.

Special conditions

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to renew every five years before expiry.

The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.

Remuneration

AHP3 $112,139 - $120,284 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%)

Enquiries

Enquiries can be directed to Deanne Stephanos, Project Lead Autism Inclusion, via tel: [phone] or email: [e-mail]

Additional note

This is a full-time (1.0FTE) 2-year term contract role commencing 01 January 2027.

Applicants seeking part-time arrangements are encouraged to apply, with working hours negotiable.

Applications close: 18/11/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments

• Application Cover Sheet - PS Act.pdf
• Position description - AHP3 Speech Pathologist Inclusive Practice.pdf
• VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdf

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.