A full-time opportunity in country locations (Whyalla and Port Augusta), with flexibility to work part-time, and/or in metro Adelaide (negotiable) is available. Fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) or drive-in, drive-out (DIDO) options will be considered.

About the team:

Student Support Services works with schools and preschools to provide support to assist them in meeting the needs of all children. The role requires the incumbent to participate in the implementation of a service model that supports the provision of integrated and targeted services to meet the needs of children and young people with additional needs.

About the Role:

Are you a speech pathologist looking for a change? Have you recently graduated? Are you seeking travel and excitement, and have a passion to make a difference? Do you like to work with children, want to explore the outback with an amazing team or improve your experience working with Aboriginal families? If this is you then we have the role for you. There are incentives such as relocation assistance, up to 20% loading and/or government housing if you wish to relocate to Whyalla or Port Augusta. Full-time and part-time options can be negotiated and there is the possibility to be based in the city working in a negotiated fly in/fly out arrangement. Take a chance and make the change.

The Speech Pathologist is a member of a multi-disciplinary team and works with children and young people with speech, language and/or communication needs and their families. The Speech Pathologist works closely with the Senior Speech Pathologists, speech pathology colleagues, preschool and school staff, and families to develop evidence-based speech, language and communication interventions that include proactive, targeted and intensive strategies that can be adapted for learning and home contexts. This position works under the direct professional support of the Senior Speech Pathologist.

Student Support Services are on a cultural responsive journey, as such we value and prioritise Aboriginal ways of knowing, doing and being.

Living in Whyalla and Port Augusta:

Whyalla offers a family friendly coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, friendly dolphins, a relaxed atmosphere, and a thriving local community. Enjoy outdoor activities like fishing, snorkelling, and exploring natural wonders such as the annual cuttlefish migration. The city combines affordable living with a strong sense of community and cultural events.

Port Augusta, known as the gateway to the Flinders Ranges, provides stunning landscapes and numerous outdoor adventures. Experience the charm of the outback with easy access to hiking, camping, and exploring unique geological features. Port Augusta boasts a lower cost of living, a welcoming community, and a relaxed pace of life.

Both locations offer a short commute, a supportive community, and a chance to enjoy a high quality of life with a strong focus on work-life balance.

What we can offer you:

Join an organisation that values and promotes the professional development and well-being of its employees.

Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals committed to making a difference in the education and development of children.

Enjoy the benefits of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Flexibility in choosing your office location between Port Augusta and/or Whyalla with metro negotiable subject to approval.

Qualifications:

Essential: An appropriate degree or equivalent which gives eligibility for full membership to Speech Pathology Australia.

Desirable: Current Practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia with Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP) status.

Why work with us:

Every child and young person deserves a great education.

We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child's potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents, and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.

Together we will make our education system the best it can be.

When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.

Special Conditions:

The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.

The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN -EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.

For all other Special Conditions please refer to the Role Description.

Enquiries:

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Anya Beck, Senior Speech Pathologist, via Mob: 0428280523 or Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions:

For further information and details on how to apply for this vacancy, please go to iworkfor.sa.gov.au and search for vacancy number 653798.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Closing date is 12 May 2025 at 11:30 pm.