School Psychologist

ROLE SUMMARY:

The School Psychologist will play a crucial role in establishing a new psychology service within the Reddam House school, providing individual/group counselling, comprehensive social, emotional and behavioural assessments, strategic interventions and coordinating grade appropriate pastoral care workshops/seminars. The primary purpose of this role is to support the emotional, social, behavioural and academic development of students from Kindergarten to Year 12. This position aims to create a nurturing and supportive environment that fosters students' overall well-being and academic success working alongside other members of the school Pastoral care team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish an Ethical and Evidence-Based Service: Develop and maintain a school psychology service grounded in ethics and evidence-based approaches.

• Conduct Assessments: Perform comprehensive social, emotional, and behavioural assessments to identify student needs. While you will not conduct formal psychoeducational assessments (e.g., cognitive and learning assessments), you must be able to recognise when such referrals are necessary and critically evaluate expert reports to tailor recommendations for each student’s unique school needs.

• Support Neurodiverse Students: Understand and address the school-based impacts of emotional and learning differences and neurodivergence, using a neuroaffirming approach.

• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work with staff and parents to provide clear, plain-language explanations and recommendations regarding student needs.

• Provide Counselling: Offer evidence-based short-term individual/group counselling and therapeutic interventions for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, focusing on school-related issues.

• Conduct Risk Assessments: Assess and manage risks for students experiencing suicidal or harmful thoughts or engaging in self-harm.

• Coordinate Pastoral Care Sessions : Assess the need for age/grade appropriate speakers/workshops and arrange and coordinate their implementation.

• Coordinate with External Agencies: Liaise with external agencies to ensure comprehensive case management and make referrals as needed.

• Maintain Records: Keep accurate, timely records using confidential online client management systems.

• Ensure Compliance: Adhere to professional and ethical guidelines, ensuring compliance with child protection laws and regulations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Over 5 years of experience working with children and adolescents. Experience in a school setting is preferred but not required.

• Experience in recognising neurodivergence and learning differences and providing support from a neuroaffirming perspective.

• Experience in managing confidentiality issues, suicide risk, and child protection matters.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

• Shows initiative and perseverance, with the ability to think strategically.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Possesses calm, warm, and professional demeanor. Maintains a composed, approachable, and professional attitude in all interactions.

• Upholds ethical standards and maintains confidentiality in all professional dealings.

• Respects and values the diversity of students and their families, ensuring inclusive and culturally sensitive practices.

• Demonstrates a dedication to ongoing professional development and reflection and staying current with best practices in psychology and education.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Postgraduate Qualifications in Psychology.

• Registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a psychologist with no history of restrictions on practice.

** INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS **

Please note that only candidates with full, unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered for this position. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer visa sponsorships at this time. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to apply only if you meet this requirement. 

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.