School Psychologist – Provisional – KickStart Graduate Employment Program – Moree Public School
Job Description – School Psychologist – Provisional, KickStart Graduate Employment Program – Moree Public School (0000B6ND)
Location – Regional NSW – Tamworth & North West NSW
Number of Positions – 1
Total Remuneration Package – Package valued up to $182,461 + incentives (where applicable). Base salary ranges from $101,122 – $160,983* plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation. Base salary rates above the minimum are available dependent on professional experience. *Note there is no automatic progression to the $160,983 SPAC salary level.
Contact Phone – 0438 963 738
Contact School Admin – 99999999
Closing Date – 18-Feb-2026, 5:00:00 AM
Job Category – School Support Staff
Organisation – School Administrative and Support
About the Role
Want to Kick Start your psychology career? This exciting new graduate program offers psychology graduates access to a tailored comprehensive training and supervision program to become registered psychologists and join the School Counselling Service with the NSW Department of Education.
What we offer you
* Temporary employment as a provisionally registered School Psychologist
* Professional support and supervision to complete your provisional psychology registration program with the Psychology Board of Australia
* A comprehensive on‐site tailored training program to equip you with the necessary skills to work full‐time within the NSW Public School Counselling Service
* Upon successful completion of the Program and competency assessment, you will then be eligible to apply for ongoing School Psychologist roles within the NSW Department of Education.
What we are looking for
* Passionate and driven professionals who are committed to making a difference, supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people
* Psychology graduates who have successfully completed a 4‐year psychology degree and started their 4+2 registration, or the internship year of the 5+1 psychology registration pathway>Flexible, resilient and enjoy working as part of a team
* Open and willing to learn, with an ability to be reflective and committed to continuous development
Key Accountabilities
* Provides counselling and psychological services to students, individually and in groups, including appropriate short‐term therapeutic interventions undertaken within the constraints of their training, experience and supervision
* Engages with and implements the procedures of the Professional Practice Framework for the NSW School Counselling Service
* Works in consultation with the principal, school executive, staff and student support services to improve student learning and wellbeingn
* Contributes to the social, emotional, and academic development of students, and supports schools and students with complex behavioural needs
* Administers cognitive, social, emotional and behavioural assessment of students, reports on the results of assessments and interventions and collaborates to improve learning, wellbeing and mental health outcomes
* Works collaboratively with learning and support teams, parents and carers, and other agencies, to develop appropriate school‐based support for students
* Responds as part of a team to assist schools experiencing serious incidents
* Refers students and/or their families and carers to other agencies that will support the development of student health and wellbeing outcome
Essential Requirements
* Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy, Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG Inc and the Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
* Registered or provisionally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
* Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
* Valid and current Working with Children Check clearance – WWCC must be NSW.
* Ability and willingness to travel between work sites. Must have a valid unrestricted provisional or full driver's licence with the ability to drive oneself.
Location – Moree Public School
Moree Public School is located in the North West NSW. The school is set in large, attractive and well‐maintained grounds. It has a population of 525 students, with 45% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. We have an increasing number of Aboriginal children attending the school each year. The overall numbers of students have decreased over the past few years due to the impact of drought. We are responsive to the needs of our students, families and community adjusting our teaching, learning and leading approach to support every student in reaching their potential. The school maintains high standards for student learning and behaviour and prides itself on having high quality programs and practices in place. Our students benefit from a broad range of academic, creative and performing arts and sporting programs. The school enjoys close ties with and is very highly regarded and well supported by the local and wider community. Students are drawn from a diverse range of backgrounds. Our school values are Equity, Excellence and Community.
Special Notes – About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high‐quality public education to two‐thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above.
How to Apply
* A cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) that addresses the key accountabilities and challenges of this role as outlined in the Role Description.
* Your resume (maximum of 4 pages) which clearly details how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can contribute to support students' wellbeing.
* Names and contact details of two recent professional referees. Referees are to be professional referees from the last 3 years, who have known you for a minimum period of 6 months in a professional context. At least one referee is to be a current or recent line manager within the last 2 years.
As this is a child‐related position, you will also be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number as a condition of employment (if you do not already have this). For more information, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian.
In addition, your employment may be subject to the Department's National Criminal Records Check to determine your suitability for employment.
Targeted Question 1
In 300 words or less, provide details of relevant experience that you believe demonstrates your suitability to work as part of the NSW School Counselling Service as a School Psychologist.
Targeted Question 2
In 300 words or less, School Counselling staff must work collaboratively with teachers, support staff and other professionals as well as with parents/carers and families. Describe the communication and interpersonal skills that would be of benefit in the school psychologist role. Provide an example of how you have used these skills.
Targeted Question 3
In 300 words or less, what do you think are the main mental health and wellbeing issues children and young people experience today? How might you support a school community in addressing these as a school psychologist?
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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