Speech Pathologist - School Based - Siena Catholic School, SIPPY DOWNS

Siena Catholic Primary School is located in Sippy Downs, in close proximity to the beaches of the Sunshine Coast. We are a co-educational, Catholic primary school catering for approximate 630 students. Siena Catholic Primary school inspires students with a love of learning and a heart of hope, empowering them to shape and enrich our world.

As a community of faith we build respectful relationships, valuing and embracing all. We strive for excellence, developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for our students to reach their potential as learners.The school began in 2002 and has rapidly grown to its full capacity and is guided by the principles and teachings of St Catherine of Siena.  Explore our school website to learn more about us. 

• Commencing April 2023
• Fixed Term
• Speech Pathologist Salary Scale $76,196 to $104,193 per annum plus Super

About the role
The Speech Therapist holds an integral role in our school's Student Support Team. With a focus on early literacy development, you will design and manage the implementation of support programs implemented by a speech assistant. 

In this role you will contribute to the high quality learning and teaching in our school by providing a collaborative and consultative speech pathology service, responsive to the school context and with a student specific focus which complements the speech pathology services provided by our School Service Centres.

Duties

• Develop, implement and evaluate speech pathology services to promote student communication, learning and well-being outcomes
• Optimise the quality of service outcomes in partnership with the school community
• Maintain standards of practice and competencies consistent with Speech Pathology Australia and BCE policies and guidelines

Qualifications & Registration

• Minimum mandatory requirement of a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Speech Therapy/Pathology providing eligibility for practicing membership to Speech Pathology Australia (SPA)
• Certified Practicing Speech Pathology status with SPA is desirable
• Blue Card or QCT registration

Skills & Experience

• Clinical competence in differential diagnosis and intervention for children/adolescents with communication difficulties and the capacity to effectively apply this knowledge and expertise within the educational or other organisational contexts
• Experience working within educational environments
• Experience working collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
• Problem solving skills
• Communication and networking skills

A cover letter addressing the criteria outlined above, should be included with your application.

What our Speech Pathologists love about working for BCE:

• Belonging to a collegial and supportive team of Speech Pathologists with a broad range of expertise, interests and experience
• Working as a valued member of multidisciplinary teams to promote communication, learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with Speech Language Communication Needs (SLCN)
• Opportunities to collaborate and innovate across multiple levels of support - students, staff and community
• Contributing to the development of effective inclusive practices that make a difference in the lives of students with SLCN, their families, and their teachers
• The workplace culture that promotes a focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth

Access to:

• comprehensive professional support and supervision
• professional learning and networking opportunities relevant to work within the education context, as well as broader professional practice and career goals
• a library of professional resources including assessment tools, intervention resources, professional journals and texts
• contemporary technology

BCE benefits: Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow.

Belonging to something bigger allows us to play a key role in building better communities for a future we will all be proud to be part of. We employ people of all faiths and denominations, we are accepting and respectful of individual's personal beliefs. You will quickly become a core part of a compassionate and professional team that values diversity of thought and a commitment to building and shaping future generations.

• Meaningful work where you can make a difference
• Flexible working arrangements
• Up to 12.75% superannuation (with co-contributions)
• Competitive remuneration with salary packaging and sacrificing options
• Access to professional development

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:

• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.

Estimated start date:  Commencing April 2023

Position tenure:  Fixed Term

Weeks worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Tenure duration (where Fixed Term):  2023 School Year

Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: Three day fortnight, days negotiable.

Salary level, range or hourly rate: Speech Pathologists salary scale $76,196 to $104,193 per annum (pro rata) + Super

Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite Working With Children (WWC) pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.


Contact:   Glen Bucklar

Contact number:   53765400

Contact email:   gbucklar@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing date:     29-Mar-2023

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