AHP3 Speech Pathologist, Inclusive Practice

I Work For Sa; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department for Education in South Australia is seeking a Speech Pathologist to support the Autism Inclusion Teacher Initiative across public schools. You will provide expertise in speech, language and communication and assist Autism Inclusion Teachers.

You will develop and deliver evidence-informed professional learning, resources and consultation for over 420 Autism Inclusion Teachers, contributing to inclusive, neuro-affirming practices and improved outcomes for autistic and neurodivergent

Qualifications

• Essential: eligible for full membership to Speech Pathology Australia; CPSP status.
• Desirable: experience using and evaluating AAC with school-aged students.
• Desirable: experience working with families who have children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise and guidance in speech, language and communication.
• Develop and deliver evidence-informed professional learning, resources and consultation for over 420 Autism Inclusion Teachers.
• Contribute to a capability-building service model and cross-team collaboration to strengthen inclusive, neuro-affirming practices.
• Support AITs to implement strategies promoting communication, participation and learner agency.

Skills

Speech pathology

AAC experience

Autism experience

Education

Speech Pathology degree with CPSP eligibility

Job description

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

Why work withus

Everychild and young person deserves a great education.

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

Togetherwe will make our education system the best it can be.

When ourchildren and young people thrive, so do our communities and ourstate.

About therole

The SouthAustralian Government has invested in the Autism Inclusion TeacherInitiative, which supports Autism Inclusion Teachers (AITs) in allpublic schools with a primary enrolment across thestate.

TheAutism Inclusion Multidisciplinary (AIM) Team works collaborativelyto build the capability of AITs to lead and influence inclusive,neuro-affirming practices within their school communities. Thisstrengthens educator capability and improves educational outcomesfor Autistic and neurodivergent learners.

TheSpeech Pathologist provides expertise and guidance in speech,language and communication, including unique social communicationneeds. The role contributes to the development and delivery ofevidence-informed professional learning, resources and consultationto more than 420 Autism Inclusion Teachers across SouthAustralia.

The rolesupports AITs to implement strategies that promote communication,participation, learner agency and access to learning for Autisticand neurodivergent students.

Workingwithin a multidisciplinary team, the Speech Pathologist contributesto a capability building service model that supports sustainablechange across schools. The role also works with SIES staff, thewider Inclusive Teaching and Learning Directorate, Student SupportServices, Local Education Teams and other stakeholders tostrengthen inclusive, neuro-affirming practice and support theDepartment's commitment to improve outcomes for Autistic andneurodivergent learners.

The rolealso contributes to the broader work of SIES and Inclusive Teachingand Learning through service delivery, team and service-wideactivities, and project work that strengthens inclusive educationand builds system-wide capability.

Qualifications

Essential: Anappropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for fullmembership to Speech Pathology Australia. Current Practisingmembership with Speech Pathology Australia with CertifiedPractising Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status.
Desirable:Experience in using and evaluating AAC with school aged students.Experience in working with families who have child/ren withautism.

Specialconditions

Thesuccessful applicant is required to gain a Department for HumanServices (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to beingemployed which is required to be renewed every five years beforeexpiry.

Theincumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN -EC (Responding toRisks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead(Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) coursewhich will be required to be updated every threeyears.

For allother Special Conditions please refer to the attached PositionDescription.

Remuneration

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

Enquiries

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

People ofAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who havea disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional note

This is afull-time (1.0FTE) 2-year term contract role commencing 01 January2027.

Applicants seekingpart-time arrangements are encouraged to apply, with working hoursnegotiable.

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.