Positive Behaviour Support Specialist jobs

About the Role

Schoolwide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) Coaches work with a caseload of schools within region to support the implementation of the SWPBS framework. The successful appointees will need adequate working knowledge and experience implementing multi-tiered systems of support. Coaches will use valid and reliable tools to evaluate the progress of school implementation and facilitate action planning with school-based teams.

There is one FTE position available, based in a DE Regional office and working with schools in the northern part of the Wimmera South West Area and Central highlands Area. This position will be based from an office in the relevant Area. For more details about the Area locations, go to https://www.vic.gov.au/regional-model-department-education.

Attributes

The successful appointee will:

• have a good understanding of the organisational issues and pressures faced by school leaders
• will demonstrate appropriate knowledge and expertise in guiding whole school change initiatives
• be confident and successful in working with a variety of stakeholders including school, Area and Divisional leadership, principals, teachers, support staff, students, families, and the local school community.
• be able to promote effective team meetings at the school-level and provide ongoing support and technical assistance to school-level SWPBS leads.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential : Relevant tertiary qualification in a discipline relevant to the implementation of evidence-based school practices.
• Desirable : Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency OR Registration with Victorian Institute of Teaching

This role requires frequent travel to schools and offices and a Victorian driver's licence is required. A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for this role.

How to Apply

Applications should include:

• a resume (no more than 2-pages); and
• a cover letter that responds to each of the Key Selection Criteria (no more than 2-pages).

About the Department

The Department of Education aims to provide every student in Victoria with equal access to high-quality public education. Its vision is to enhance student experiences and wellbeing and provide educators with the resources they need to guide young people. The Department is committed to working with our staff and partners to deliver our vision for students and educators across Victoria.

About the Division

The roles are situated in the Wellbeing and Engagement Branch, Student Wellbeing and Engagement Division in each Region within the Schools and Regional Services Group. The Wellbeing and Engagement Branch is a multidisciplinary team which supports the implementation of health, wellbeing and inclusion reforms and initiatives in a consistent manner across the region. The Branch provides expert advice and guidance focused on building the capabilities of regional teams and schools about current evidence and good practice that results in measurable positive outcomes for children and young people. This includes liaising with central office groups and divisions to contribute to the formulation of new policies or initiatives for successful implementation with fidelity.

Further Information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.

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.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact SWVR SWPBS Team Leader Sam Wayth (Samuel.wayth@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.

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Applications close 11:59pm on 09 August 2026