School Speech Pathologist for Literacy & Language Support

Government schools; Shire of East Gippsland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowes Primary School on Phillip Island is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join our student support team. You will deliver assessment and therapy to children with communication and learning needs, working closely with teachers to apply evidence-based approaches in classrooms.

You will lead literacy interventions, support families and staff, and contribute to program development while maintaining clear documentation and outcomes. This role emphasises school-wide well-being and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Graduate or post-graduate qualification in Speech Pathology.
• Certified practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA).
• Working with Children Check.
• 3+ years experience in Paediatrics.
• Excellent communication skills with families, educators and other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech pathology assessment and therapy to students with communication and learning difficulties.
• Intervene 1:1 or in groups and liaise with staff to implement evidence-based instruction.
• Deliver literacy intervention (synthetic phonics) sessions for at risk students.
• Document progress and report outcomes, and contribute to curriculum policy.
• Coordinate with community services and health professionals regarding student support.
• Lead and support staff development within the student support team.
• Support teachers in developing educational programs for students with additional needs.
• Maintain high-quality records and written reports.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical reasoning

Education

Graduate or Post-graduate qualification in Speech Pathology

Certified practising membership of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)

Working with Children Check

Job description

Cowes Primary School on Phillip Island is seeking a Speech Pathologist to join our student support team. You will deliver assessment and therapy to children with communication and learning needs, working closely with teachers to apply evidence-based approaches in classrooms.

You will lead literacy interventions, support families and staff, and contribute to program development while maintaining clear documentation and outcomes. This role emphasises school-wide well-being and inclusive education.