School Speech Pathologist & MTSS Lead

government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Melton West Primary School in Melbourne, VIC seeks an experienced Speech Pathologist to assess and support students' speech, language and literacy needs, deliver targeted interventions and collaborate with families and staff. You will contribute to MTSS planning, provide professional learning and ensure documentation meets professional standards.

The role emphasizes working within a leadership context, delivering evidence-based strategies, and aligning supports with school-wide goals for

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to assess and support speech, language, communication and literacy needs using evidence-based practices.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and evaluate individual and small-group interventions that improve communication, participation and learning.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals to support individuals with diverse communication needs.
• Demonstrated ability to share specialist knowledge, provide practical advice and support others to implement effective communication strategies.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, monitor progress and uphold professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language and communication assessments using standardised and informal tools.
• Identify students' strengths, communication needs and barriers to learning.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate evidence-based interventions for receptive/expressive language and literacy skills.
• Provide targeted support for students with complex communication needs, including AAC strategies.
• Establish measurable goals and monitor progress, adjusting interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers to align interventions with classroom goals.
• Contribute to MTSS planning and support across the framework.
• Develop and deliver professional learning for staff on oral language and inclusive practices.
• Prepare assessments and reports identifying communication-related needs and adjustments.
• Support families with resources to generalise communication skills.
• Contribute to development of IEPs with measurable goals and participate in SSG meetings.

Skills

Speech pathology knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration with families

Documentation and records

Language and literacy support

Job description

Melton West Primary School in Melbourne, VIC seeks an experienced Speech Pathologist to assess and support students' speech, language and literacy needs, deliver targeted interventions and collaborate with families and staff. You will contribute to MTSS planning, provide professional learning and ensure documentation meets professional standards.

The role emphasizes working within a leadership context, delivering evidence-based strategies, and aligning supports with school-wide goals for