This is a 12-month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Peel Language Development School (PLDS) is an Independent Public School which opened in February 2002 and provides a specialist service for students with a Developmental Language Disorder, from Kindergarten to Year 3. In 2012, PLDS further enhanced its scope with the incorporation of the Statewide Speech and Language Service (SSLS).
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The Role
PLDS is seeking an experienced and motivated Speech Pathologist and/or qualified Teacher with a competent understanding of speech and language delays and or difficulties to work in the role of Speech and Language Consultant. The successful applicant will be supported in their professional development, knowledge of evidence-based practices, the Western Australian curriculum and areas of interest that will support the service.
The PLDS SSLS Speech and Language Consultant will be based in Port Kennedy and will work as part of a collaborative team of Teachers and Speech Pathologists. PLDS and SSLS provides support to mainstream schools within the South Metropolitan, Southwest and East Kimberley regions. Our service provides consultations and professional learning to educators in the areas of speech, language and literacy development, predominately Kindergarten to Year Three.
Strong IT communication skills are important, especially using Microsoft Office knowledge. As our service continually seeks to improve how we support educators and the wider community in improving their knowledge and practices, we are seeking a proactive participant who embraces change and innovation and has strong research and development skills. A genuine interest of the school community and our PLDS Business Plan is ideal.
Our team travels regularly within the service region, both for consultations and with regional trips planned ahead of time with team members’ availability always considered. Some flexibility is appreciated, as travel may occasionally include overnight stays therefore applicants should have a valid driver’s license and their own vehicle, however this is not essential.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Fiona Forbes, Principal on (08) 9523 7830 or emailing Fiona.Forbes@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Fiona Forbes on 0409 409 901
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated substantial knowledge and experience in speech, language and literacy within the context of Western Australia’s public education system and operations at a school level.
- Demonstrated highly developed research, conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to use data to effectively inform change and generate innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems in the areas of speech, language and literacy.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed manner to provide specialised speech, language and literacy support to educators.
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing speech, language and literacy programs for students with speech, language and literacy difficulties and disorders.
- Demonstrated highly developed oral and written communication skills, including considerable experience in developing and effectively facilitating professional learning.
- Demonstrated highly developed negotiation, consultation and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build collaborative partnerships with a range of people across settings.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS973923
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 23 July 2025
