Department for Education
Job reference: 630063
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE, 5022 - HENLEY BEACH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

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.


About the Role:
We are seeking experienced and strategic leaders for the roles of Inclusive Support and Advice Lead (Adelaide) and Inclusive Practice Lead (Statewide Inclusive Education Services, Henley Beach). These positions provide statewide system leadership in supporting children and students with disability.
Inclusive Support and Advice Lead:

• Oversee key initiatives including the Site Support Function, Inclusive Support and Advice operations, and Preschool or Disability Advice and Research streams.
• Offer best-practice, future-focused advice on policies, programs, and learning environments that promote inclusion and enhance educational achievement and participation of students with diverse needs.

Inclusive Practice Lead:

• Provide direct support through advisory services, Teams, centre consults, and site visits.
• Advise on personalised learning processes for educators, parents/caregivers, and external agencies.
• Manage the provision and use of specialized technology, resources, and equipment.
• Develop and deliver training packages.
• Lead specialized intervention services, including Conductive Education and Assistive Technologies.
• Oversee projects focusing on evidence-informed practices, programs, supports, and adjustments to deliver strategic priorities.

These roles are critical in promoting inclusive education and ensuring that students with diverse needs achieve their full potential.


Eligibility and Special Conditions:
Applicants must be either currently registered or able to be registered to teach in South Australia. If not permanent with the Education Department, applicants must meet the department’s minimum employment requirements before taking up an appointment.
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 attached Position Description.

Remuneration:
STL3 $143,545 per annum (1.0 FTE), plus superannuation.

Enquiries:
For the Inclusive Support and Advice Lead position, please contact India Lennerth, Assistant Director, Inclusive Support and Advice, via Mob: 0414 137 181 or Email: india.lennerth@sa.gov.au .
For the Inclusive Practice Lead position, please contact Erin Annear, Assistant Director, Inclusive Practice, via phone: 8226 3734 Email: erin.anear@sa.gov.au .

Application Instructions:
Applications should be made through the IWork For SA website.
Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages the key competencies in the attached position description.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.


Additional Note:
Multiple full-time contract roles (1.0 FTE) available, initial 1 to 3 years term contract.

Applications close: 11/11/2024 11:30 PM