AHP3 Occupational Therapist, Inclusive Practice
Department for Education
Job reference: 864051
Location: 5022 - HENLEY BEACH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Why work withus
Everychild and young person deserves a great education.
We have astrategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and intothe future, one that in partnership with learners, students,parents and the wider South Australian community will build aworld-leading public education system. One that is equitable andprioritises learning and wellbeing.
Togetherwe will make our education system the best it can be.
When ourchildren and young people thrive, so do our communities and ourstate.
About therole
The SouthAustralian government has invested in the Autism Inclusion TeacherInitiative which supports Autism Inclusion Teachers (AITs) in allpublic schools with a primary enrolment across the state. TheAutism Inclusion Multidisciplinary (AIM) Team works collaborativelyto build the capability of AITs to lead and influence inclusive,neuro-affirming practices within their school communities. Thisstrengthens educator capability and improves educational outcomesfor Autistic and neurodivergent learners.
TheOccupational Therapist provides expertise and guidance to supportsensory processing, emotional regulation, social skills andmovement responsive needs. The role contributes to the developmentand delivery of evidence-informed professional learning, resourcesand consultation to more than 420 Autism Inclusion Teachers acrossSouth Australia.
The rolesupports AITs to implement strategies that promote communication,participation, learner agency and access to learning for Autisticand neurodivergent students.
Workingwithin a multidisciplinary team, the Occupational Therapistcontributes to a capability building service model that supportssustainable change across schools. The role also works with SIESstaff, the wider Inclusive Teaching and Learning Directorate,Student Support Services, Local Education Teams and otherstakeholders to strengthen inclusive, neuro-affirming practice andsupport the Department's commitment to improve outcomes forAutistic and neurodivergent learners.
The rolealso contributes to the broader work of SIES and Inclusive Teachingand Learning through service delivery, team and service-wideactivities, and project work that strengthens inclusive educationand builds system-wide capability.
Qualifications
- Essential: Current andfull registration with the Occupational Therapy Board ofAustralia
- Desirable:Experience with students in the education setting. Experience inworking with families who have child/ren with autism.
Special conditions
- Thesuccessful applicant is required to gain a Department for HumanServices (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to beingemployed which is required to be renewed every five years beforeexpiry.
- Theincumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding toRisks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead(Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) coursewhich will be required to be updated every threeyears.
- For allother Special Conditions please refer to the attached PositionDescription.
Remuneration
AHP3$112,139 - $120,284 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation(12%)
Enquiries
Enquiriescan be directed to Deanne Stephanos, Project Lead Autism Inclusion,via tel: (08) 8235 2871 or email:deanne.stephanos@sa.gov.au
People ofAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who havea disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional note
This is afull-time (1.0FTE) 2-year term contract role commencing 01 January2027.
Applicants seekingpart-time arrangements are encouraged to apply, with working hoursnegotiable.
Flexibility Statement
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.
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