Allied Health

Allied Health - Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapy Department of Education Victoria – Colac VIC 3d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria At Colac West Primary School, we pride ourselves on being a small, inclusive school community located in the heart of a city. Our close-knit community allows us to truly know each child and support their individual learning journey. We offer small class sizes, enabling our staff to provide personalised attention and foster strong, supportive relationships with every student. Many of our teachers hold additional qualifications in areas such as psychology and educational wellbeing, and several have been recognised with top academic honours in teaching excellence. This depth of expertise helps us create a learning environment where every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their best. A standout feature of our school is our unique Nature School program. This immersive outdoor learning experience is a favourite among students and encourages creativity, resilience, and a deep connection to the natural world. Our school works with university researchers on our innovative Nature School program. Colac West has a proud history and an exciting future ahead, with a newly approved school building project soon to begin. We are committed to continually improving our learning spaces to support modern, engaging education. We also work closely with local community organisations and allied health professionals to support the learning and wellbeing development of our students. These partnerships help us ensure that every child has access to the support they need to thrive. Literacy and Numeracy form the foundation of our curriculum, giving students the essential skills they need for lifelong learning and success. Just as importantly, we place a strong emphasis on values such as being respectful, responsible and showing resilience, helping to shape not only 21st Century learners but also compassionate and confident individuals. In 2024 Colac West Primary School celebrated 100 years of providing quality primary education to our community and we look forward to continuing our contributions to current and future students of our school. Selection Criteria SC 1: Specialist knowledge and expertise in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy or to provide a comprehensive service that optimises the support of students in a primary school setting. SC 2: Demonstrated capacity to provide consultation, assessment and intervention recommendations for students and to support and guide teachers and Education Support Staff in the implementation of contemporary therapeutic strategies and approaches. SC 3: Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and teamwork skills to relate effectively to students with additional needs and collaborate with a Wellbeing Support Team to devise and deliver intervention services for students in a primary school setting. SC 4: Demonstrated sound written and verbal communication skills to engage successfully with other Allied Health Professionals, principal class members, teachers, Education Support Staff, Wellbeing Personnel, External Providers and families to support the integration of appropriate intervention strategies and programs that promote quality learning outcomes for all students. SC 5: Demonstrated commitment to own clinical supervision, professional learning and growth for self and others, as well as an adherence to Department of Education values. Role Lead the delivery of school allied health services in respect to child and adolescent functional skill development, including gross/fine motor skills for designated classes Address the complex needs of students including coordination, organisation and provision of specific staff professional learning and intervention support Develop, monitor and implement appropriate interventions and strategies following consultations and assessment Develop procedures and educate staff in the correct use of equipment and techniques that promote student independence and support safety Prepare reports for Student Disability Profile resource funding Deliver individual or group programs at various year levels, as determined via referrals Communicate with parents/guardian and external Allied Health professionals to support a holistic approach to address individual needs Maintain up to date case notes Make recommendations about specific equipment or resource requirements to support student needs Maintain annual AHPRA registration that includes undertaking 40 hour of relevant professional development per year Responsibilities An ES at this range is distinguished by the delivery of professional student support services where duties and responsibilities, relative to their professional discipline, are carried out with a higher level of autonomy and with minimal reliance on professional supervision. The position is responsible for the development and implementation of professional support programs within an educational environment, including guidance to other professional staff. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required where it is an integral part of the employees position or in circumstances where supervision is required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. A ES Range 4 performs their role in accordance with government and DET legislation, guidelines and accepted practice and protocols, including complying with all Workplace OH&S legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, and adhering to the new Child Safe Standards. Act in accordance with the agreed school values Support a positive and collaborative professional culture Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning Support an inclusive and culturally safe school culture, responding to any incidents of racism or discrimination so they can be addressed with appropriate consequences Deliver a professional support service in a school, including the development of policy and operational practices that will guide the work of others, including teachers Provide expert advice in the professional field, which will influence the strategic approach to student therapy support and interventions Provide information and facilitate links between external therapists and relevant services Provide leadership, training, and development for others in areas related to the professional field Utilise student behaviour support strategies consistent with SWPBS and PCMS practices Ensure active supervision whilst on break times Participate in the development or review of school policies, procedures and programs Support the achievement of School Strategic Plan/AIP key improvement strategies Undertake duties as assigned by the Principal within the scope of the role. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. Diversity and Inclusion The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via*******@education.vic.gov.au Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: Other Information Applicants must hold a recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy to be eligible for this position. Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at #J-18808-Ljbffr