OPS2 Multi-Disciplinary Support Assistant
- Support Student Support Services in delivering interventions to children and students with additional needs.
- Work collaboratively with education support staff and families under the guidance of professionals.
- Engage in ongoing learning and contribute to a supportive team environment.
Department for Education
Job reference: 855644
Location: 5540 - PORT PIRIE, 5554 - KADINA
Job status: Short 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
Student Support Services works with schools and preschools to provide support to assist them in meeting the needs of children and students with additional needs.
The Multi-Disciplinary Support Assistant supports the Student Support Services discipline teams in the delivery of services to referred children and students, and their education support staff and families.
The Multi-Disciplinary Support Assistant, under the direction and supervision of a a team manager, psychologist, speech pathologist, educator or social worker, delivers a range of screening and interventions in preschools and schools. Duties pertaining to the role are clearly and specifically directed by the Senior Leadership with clearly demarcated work instructions.
Living and working on the Yorke Peninsula, Mid North and in Port Pirie offers the opportunity to be part of a close-knit and highly supportive team, where collaboration and ongoing learning are strongly valued. Schools and sites across the region are welcoming and community-focused, and outside of work you can enjoy weekends exploring the stunning coastline, local tourist attractions, the Clare Valley wine region, and the spectacular Flinders Ranges, creating a rewarding balance.
Student Support Services are on a cultural response journey, as such we value and prioritise Aboriginal ways of knowing, doing and being.
Qualifications
Essential: Nil
Desirable: Certificate in Disability Support/Disability or working towards completion of a degree or equivalent for graduate entry to the speech pathology, psychology, teaching, social work, audiology or occupational therapy professions.
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 attached Position Description.
Remuneration
OPS2 $66,441 - $69,504 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%)
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Jodie Rawson, Senior Speech Pathologist, via tel: (08) 8204 8200 or email: jodie.rawson@sa.gov.au
Application instructions
Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies (linked in the position descriptions below), your CV, including a current line manager / referee.
Applicants also need to submit the Application Cover Sheet and Employment Declaration.
People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional note
This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), 4-month term contract.
Applications close: 15/09/2026 11:30 PM
Attachments:
- Application Cover Sheet - PSAct..pdf
- How to Apply PS Act guidelines.pdf
- Position Description -OPS2 Multi-Disciplinary Support Assistant.pdf
- VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdf
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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