This is a fixed term part time (0.4 FTE) position until 30 June 2028 and based in our Footscray office. The Western Melbourne Area, Department of Education is looking for skilled and passionate Psychologists to contribute to the important work of our Student Support Services (SSS) team in Melbourne/Maribyrnong in supporting schools to address the barriers that impact on student(s) access, preparation, and progress to achieving their educational goals and development potential. If you are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential, and like working in a collaborative multidisciplinary team - then a role in Student Supportr Services is the job. You will have access to: * Structured induction and a range of regular professional development opportunities, e.g. Peer and 1:1 supervision/coaching - both discipline specific and team based peers * Mentors to help build a professional career * Implementation of a range of innovative practice opportunities that help to meet all, some and individualised student need, e.g. Combination of consultation and direct work with students and teacher * Working with teachers and school leaders to influence (system) change * Access to up to date resources and technology * Access to mentors to help build a professional career * Flexible work arrangements including working from home up to 2 days per week. Desirable Qualifications and Experience A graduate or post-graduate qualification in psychology or equivalent;Essential: Full registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA)About the Division Student Support Services comprise a broad range of allied health professions including psychologists, speech pathologists, behaviour analysts, occupational therapists and social workers. 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 Mariela Beck-Godoy via mariela.beck-Godoy@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. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm on Wednesday 29th April 2026.