Job Description
A school is built on the strength of its people.
Posted: 21/05/2026
Closing Date: 03/06/2026
Job Type: Part Time - Ongoing
Location: Ivanhoe – Buckley House
Job Category: Professional Services
Great people make great schools. People create culture.
At Ivanhoe Grammar School, our people create a culture of belonging. A place where ideas are heard and supported, where you are encouraged to try something new, a place to feel included and valued. Ivanhoe Grammar School is a values-driven, co-educational independent school with a commitment to fostering a community where students, teachers, and professional services staff can continually become the best version of themselves.
We are always looking for great people to join our team – energetic, collaborative and courageous.
Seeking a School Psychologist – Student Care (Junior School)
We are seeking an experienced primary/early years School Psychologist to join our Student Care Team in a part-time (0.4 FTE), ongoing role based at Buckley House (Junior School).
This role plays an important part in supporting student wellbeing in the early years, working within a highly valued multidisciplinary team. The Psychologist will provide direct psychological support and contribute to preventative and early intervention strategies that promote wellbeing, resilience, and engagement.
What You Will Do
* Provide psychological counselling and evidence-based support to Junior School students
* Conduct assessments to support early identification and intervention, using clinical tools and data-informed practices
* Design and deliver small‐group and whole‐school programs to promote student wellbeing, inclusion, and resilience
* Collaborate with a network of fellow psychologists across the School, aligning practice and sharing expertise to ensure consistent and effective support for our students
* Support student transitions and early years development
* Partner with families and external professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student care
* Actively contribute to policy development, risk and safety planning, and wellbeing initiatives across the school
* Respond to critical incidents and trauma with professionalism, care and a trauma‐informed lens
Who You Are
You are an experienced Psychologist with a passion for supporting children in primary and early years settings.
You Bring The Following Experience And Skills
* Full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, ideally with postgraduate qualifications in Educational and Developmental psychology
* Demonstrated experience working with primary‐aged children or in early years settings
* A strong understanding of developmental psychology, trauma‐informed practice and mental health disorders
* A collaborative approach and ability to contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team
* Well‐developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with students, staff, parents and community partners
* A demonstrated commitment to child safety and inclusive practice, including a valid WWCC or VIT
* A solutions‐focused mindset, high professional standards and a genuine care for young people
What We Offer You
* An impactful wellbeing role embedded in a thriving and values‐driven educational community
* A rewarding professional opportunity to support over 2,000 students across four campuses
* A collaborative, student‐centred team culture where wellbeing is prioritised
* Beautiful learning environments with access to state‐of‐the‐art facilities, including onsite café and gym
* Salary packaging, discounted health insurance and school fee reductions
Further information can be found by visiting the Ivanhoe Grammar School's website – Careers - Ivanhoe Grammar School or by viewing the position description.
For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via. Applications close Wednesday 3 June 2026 at 5pm. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.
Ivanhoe Grammar School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to be themselves. We value student safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School's policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy. All successful academic applications will be requested to complete a Summary Document of Relevant Work Experience, evidenced through the submission of Statements of Service.
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