At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to support student wellbeing and learning in schools.
- Company: Department of Education with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, professional development budget, and supportive team culture.
- Other info: Ongoing position with opportunities for career growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and promote their wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Experience in allied health and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
The Department of Education has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified Allied Health Team Leader to join the Student Support Services team in the Ovens Murray Area, based in any of our 3 base offices in Benalla/Wangaratta/Wodonga.
About the Department
- Flexible work options promoting work/life balance
- Generous professional learning budget
- Mentoring and peer supervision supported by an embedded supervision framework
- Work with a diverse range of children and young people
- Supportive team culture
- Access to fleet vehicles
About the Division
The position plays a key role in managing the local team of Student Support Services (SSS) clinicians to support a group of schools in the delivery of services to improve student learning and wellbeing. The successful candidate will collaborate with schools to identify, develop and coordinate strategies aimed at providing quality universal services for all students. The SSS Team Leader supports schools to address student wellbeing issues through early intervention and, in conjunction with the SSS Branch Manager, coordinate effective responses to emergencies and critical incidents as required. The role also involves active participation in a range of multidisciplinary Area meetings to support positive outcomes for Ovens Murray students.
Role details
This is a full time (negotiable), ongoing position based in any of our 3 base offices in Benalla/Wangaratta/Wodonga. The purpose of Student Support Services (SSS) is to assist children and young people facing a range of barriers to learning to achieve their educational and developmental potential through the provision of a range of strategies and specialised support at individual, group, school and Area levels. SSS comprise a broad range of Allied Health professionals including psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers and visiting teachers. SSS staff work as part of a multi-disciplinary health and wellbeing team within Areas, focusing on providing group based and individual support, workforce capacity building, and the provision of specialised services. SSS do vital work in supporting students' health and wellbeing - particularly our most vulnerable students - and are critical to building an excellent education system that reduces the impact of disadvantage.
Further Information
For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions. The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page. Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person Jason Smith at ************@education.vic.gov.au. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Application closes 11:59pm on Sunday, 27 September 2026.
Student Support Services Team Leader employer: Department of Education
The Department of Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. As an Investigator in the Conduct and Integrity Division, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the education sector while benefiting from professional development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located in Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to a high-performing team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of conduct and service delivery.
