Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS455671
Appointment Pool
Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?
The West Coast Language Development Centre (LDC) is seeking to establish a pool for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise from Term 4, 2016 to the end of Term 4, 2017. Placements can be made from the pool at any time for commencements from Term 4, 2016 to the end of Term 4, 2017.
The Support Officer – Speech & Language works as a part of a collaborative team in the Outreach Service. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing consultancy and professional learning in the area of speech, language and literacy development, supporting policy and procedures for the identification, referral and educational planning for students with speech and language needs.
The West Coast LDC is a specialist facility that caters for students with identified language disorders. The centre has an intensive, early intervention student program for children from K to Year 1. The service also has an outreach program that works across mainstream schools. The centre is highly innovative and utilises and drives research into what works best for students. Staff are highly collaborative with many involved in the development of innovative programs.
The West Coast LCD is a centre of excellence that provides specialist early direct intervention (for students), outreach (for schools and networks) and research and development services in the area of speech, language and associated literacy. The synergism and cohesion among service delivery, teaching and research leads to changes in classroom practice as knowledge increases, 'best practices' are identified, and service needs are recognised within the centre and across mainstream schools.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues relating to speech and/or language and learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, monitor and review the delivery of professional support in language and literacy development.
- Demonstrated negotiation, consultation and interpersonal skills with proven ability in working collaboratively and maintaining effective working relationships with a range of people across settings.
- Demonstrated highly developed written and oral communication skills, including effective facilitation skills and the ability to prepare professional tools.
- Demonstrated well developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to identify issues, devise plans and apply strategies to address them.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply
Further information about West Coast Language Development Centre can be found by visiting www.westcoastldc.schoolwebsites.com.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Deborah Silverlock, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9343 0155 or emailing Deborah.Silverlock@education.wa.edu.au
During school holidays please contact Deborah Silverlock on 0403 318 713.
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- hold a recognised qualification in teaching and/or professional qualifications in a relevant area (eg Speech Pathology);
- obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 21 October 2016.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.