Speech Therapist - Specialist School (Transdisciplinary)

Department of Education Victoria; Whittlesea; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Merriang Special Developmental School in Whittlesea, VIC, is seeking a Speech Therapist to support students aged 5–18 within a transdisciplinary team. You will deliver speech pathology services, design learning plans, and collaborate with staff, families, and external agencies to enhance communication outcomes.

The role emphasizes intervention for complex communication needs, development of AAC systems, and contribution to school-wide programs.

Qualifications

• Capable Speech Pathologist delivering services to 5–18 year olds in a specialist educational setting.
• Ability to resource staff and provide in-service on Speech Pathology theory and interventions.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication; collaborate with teams and carers.
• Reflect critically on practice and seek improvement.
• Experience supporting students with complex communication needs and challenging behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Assistant Principal and Allied Health Team to maintain high therapy standards.
• Create and update Individual Learning Plans and student reports.
• Develop and evaluate class-based programs integrating therapeutic interventions.
• Attend Student Support Group meetings and contribute to planning.
• Develop AAC solutions and support Mealtime Assistance and other therapy activities.
• Provide comprehensive speech assessments (swallowing, articulation, language) as needed.
• Act as a resource for Merriang students in mainstream settings and liaise with community agencies.

Skills

Speech Pathology

Staff training

Interpersonal skills

Critical reflection

Working with complex needs

Tools

AAC devices

Job description

Merriang Special Developmental School in Whittlesea, VIC, is seeking a Speech Therapist to support students aged 5–18 within a transdisciplinary team. You will deliver speech pathology services, design learning plans, and collaborate with staff, families, and external agencies to enhance communication outcomes.

The role emphasizes intervention for complex communication needs, development of AAC systems, and contribution to school-wide programs.