Location
Regional NSW-Goulburn & Southern Tablelands
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: 0474 859 467, School Admin: 99999999
Closing Date
06-May-2026, 6:00:00 AM
Job Category
School Support Staff
Organisation
School Administrative and Support
Overview
School psychologists are an essential part of the Department's school counselling service and work in primary and high schools. They provide counselling and psychological assessment of students, complementing the work of teachers to strengthen student learning and wellbeing outcomes, and help families understand and manage their children's learning and mental health needs.
This is a truly collegiate role offering unique challenges and opportunities for professional development and impact on the lives of children and young people.
Key Accountabilities
* Provide counselling and psychological services to students, individually and in groups, including appropriate short‐term therapeutic interventions within the constraints of their training, experience and supervision.
* Engage with and implement the procedures of the Professional Practice Framework for the NSW School Counselling Service.
* Work in consultation with the principal, school executive, staff and student support services to improve student learning and wellbeing outcomes and implement departmental priorities.
* Contribute to the social, emotional, and academic development of students, and support schools and students with complex behavioural needs.
* Administer cognitive, social, emotional and behavioural assessments of students, report on results, and collaborate to improve learning, wellbeing and mental health outcomes.
* Work collaboratively with learning and support teams, parents and carers, and other agencies to develop appropriate school‐based support for students.
* Assist schools experiencing serious incidents as part of a team.
* Refer students and/or their families to other agencies that support the development of student health and wellbeing.
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.
* General or Provisional Psychology Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
* Valid and current Working with Children Check clearance – WWCC must be NSW.
* Current and valid driver's licence and ability and willingness to travel between work sites.
* Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
Special Notes
Applicants seeking either permanent full time or permanent part time employment are encouraged to apply. If the recommended applicant is seeking permanent part time employment (FTE from 0.1 to 0.9 inclusive), they will be offered an appointment at their desired FTE.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia, responsible for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. The department welcomes 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.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit an online application and include:
* A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the key accountabilities and challenges of this role.
* Your résumé (maximum 4 pages) detailing how your capabilities, knowledge and experience can support students' wellbeing.
* Names and contact details of two recent professional referees, including at least one current or recent line manager within the last 2 years.
The following questions must be addressed (half a page each):
* Experience in counselling using evidence‐based interventions with a demonstrated understanding of the mental health needs of children and young people.
* Experience in the psychological assessment of children and young people, including case formulation and report writing.
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with key stakeholders to improve learning and wellbeing outcomes for students from diverse backgrounds and needs.
Documents
* Role Description
* Aboriginal Education Policy
* Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance requirements
* National Criminal Records Check (if applicable)
All applications must be lodged electronically. No paper‐based application will be accepted.
Additional Information
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and we acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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