About St Catherine's School
St Catherine's is a vibrant, close-knit community where students, teachers, and parents share in the journey of learning. We have magnificent teachers who are great activators of change for girls and who enhance their students' learning though the provision of a stimulating, tailored and future-focused education.
Established in 1896, St Catherine's School's reputation as a leader in girls' education, for well over a century, is based on our readiness to embrace innovation. Our goals are in keeping with our founders' original aim to prepare students for life; not only through education but also empowering girls to take ownership of their learning through active participation and engagement in School academic and co-curricular programs.
Our School's proud reputation for academic excellence, exceptional teachers, a supportive community, outstanding co-curricular programs, and well-equipped facilities has placed St Catherine's School as one of the top performing schools across Victoria for years. However, our greatest achievement is the quality of character our students exhibit.
St Catherine's is committed to building and retaining a strong workforce of dedicated teachers and professional staff who can create an environment of best practice. Our aim is to be a truly inclusive, and caring school where both students and staff are supported and encouraged to flourish in the St Catherine's School environment.
About The Role
St Catherine's School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist to join our Student Wellbeing Team on a part-time basis beginning in Term 1, 2026. This ongoing and important role provides counselling and psychological support to students to enhance their emotional, psychological, and physical wellbeing. Working collaboratively with support staff, families, and teaching teams, the School Psychologist plays a key role in fostering resilience, contributing to student wellbeing programs, and providing expert support during times of individual or community need.
The role reports to the Deputy Principal, with a dotted reporting line to the Principal, and is expected to engage with the School community in a highly professional, responsive, and values-aligned manner.
To Be Successful In This Opportunity You Will Require
* Experience within the school education sector will be a distinct advantage.
* Be fully registered as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
* Eligibility for membership of the Australian Psychological Society.
* Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor.
* Possess relevant Psychology Qualifications.
* Ability to conduct specialist assessments of cognitive, emotional, and behavioural needs.
* Be able to work effectively with students and their families and apply a range of interventions appropriate for different issues and group interventions.
* Be cognisant of ethical, legal issues, confidentiality, informed consent, referral pathways, case note documentation and security.
* Thorough understanding of current Child Safety legislation.
* Be willing to work with the School Leadership team and learning support staff.
* Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, and staff.
* Previous experience in Crisis Management.
* Ability to work and contribute productively to a team situation.
* Ability to be proactive and take initiative.
* Highly developed organisational skills.
* Willingness to uphold the ethos and Values of the School at all times.
Why work for us?
* Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment.
* Onsite parking available and close to public transport.
* Onsite cafe and use of gym and swimming pool facilities.
Want to find out more?
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Applicants Will Be Requested To Upload
* a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal and
* a resume.
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Human Resources via for a confidential discussion.
Applications will close Friday 26th September 5pm, however earlier applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
St Catherine's School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherine's community. This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability.
Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the School's website.
School Psychologist Position Description
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