<p><strong>St Therese's Catholic Primary School, Lakemba</strong><br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Immediate start or by negotiation<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Wednesday, 15 July 2026<br><strong>Employment Type: </strong>Part-time (2 days p/w), Temporary (2 years)<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> St Therese's is a hidden treasure in primary education offering a nurturing learning environment for all students. Our large open spaces and modern facilities allow for students to engage in creative play and co-curricular activities in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Our dynamic team of committed professionals caters to the individual learning needs of each child using a collaborative, whole school approach.<br><br> Our vision of learning, 'Growth for All', is enabled through our four principles: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be a Learner. These are complemented by our welcoming faith filled community that embraces cultural diversity and prepares students to make a positive difference in the world.<br> In 2026, Sydney Catholic Schools opened a Specialist Support Class on the St Therese's Catholic School site. This class provides personalised learning opportunities for students with complex disabilities in a small, well-resourced setting within our welcoming Catholic community.<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong><br><br> As a Speech Pathologist, you will work collaboratively with Specialist Support teaching staff to build their capacity to meet the learning needs of students with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) through professional advice, consultation, co-teaching, planning and targeted professional learning that empowers the Specialist Support Class team. This is a two day per week position during school term time.<br><br> Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>collaborating with the teaching team to select evidence based interventions to enhance speech, language, communication and literacy development</li> <li>contributing to student goals and Personalised Plans with a focus on SLCN</li> <li>liaising with external therapy teams to inform planning and enhance student outcomes</li> <li>maintaining currency with SLCN research and applying evidence-based practice to intervention decisions.</li> <li>collaborating with the teaching team at the point of curriculum / lesson planning to ensure students with SLCN are supported in their access to learning</li> <li>developing and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the NSW Curriculum and Syllabuses to effectively support teaching and learning</li> <li>designing and delivering tailored professional learning in partnership with the Complex Communication Support Team Speech Pathologist/s</li> <li>strengthening teachers' capacity to effectively integrate the use of assistive technologies, including Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)</li> <li>building teacher capability to use sustainable adjustments and interventions that support students' speech, language and communication needs when onsite support is not available</li> <li>planning and evaluating strategically to initiate, implement and review student progress in language and communication development</li> <li>conducting screening assessments and evaluating student progress to inform next steps.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong><br><br> To thrive in this role, you will possess:</p> <ul> <li>a degree qualification in Speech Pathology and membership with Speech Pathology Australia</li> <li>a minimum of five years' post qualification experience, including working with children with complex disabilities, including Complex Communication Needs and AAC users</li> <li>strong knowledge of AAC and demonstrated experience with Key Word Sign and a range of communication tools</li> <li>the ability to analyse assessment and medical data to inform decisions and recommendations</li> <li>experience working in a collaborative service delivery model with exposure to schools or educational settings</li> <li>a high level of professionalism and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information</li> <li>a willingness to respect, support and uphold the mission, ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of Sydney Catholic Schools.</li> </ul> <p>Desirable:</p> <ul> <li>a current drivers license and access to a car</li> <li>knowledge of Catholic Systemic Schools/Systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>a competitive salary of $111,681 per annum pro-rata plus superannuation, with pay calculated on averaged conditions meaning you're only required to work during school term time</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) and your last employer.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety&nbsp;</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)&nbsp;</strong><br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>