Senior School Psychologist
Permanent 0.8FTE – 1.0FTE position
Commencing August 2026
Hale School is Western Australia’s oldest independent boys’ school. Located in the suburb of Wembley Downs, the current campus is situated on a magnificent 48-hectare site, approximately 13 kilometres to the north-west of Perth and two kilometres from the coast.
Hale School is seeking applications from enthusiastic, experienced, and well-qualified professionals for the position of Senior School Psychologist commencing in August 2026.
The successful applicant will meet the following Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively and respectfully with senior school boys (Years 7-12).
- The capacity to build and sustain positive, professional relationships with boys, staff and parents, underpinned by trust and clear communication.
- Demonstrate high levels of organisation, with the ability to maintain accurate records, manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with all stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, accurately and appropriately to a range of audiences.
- Ability to work both independently and proactively, managing priorities effectively and meeting deadlines.
- Ability to contribute collaboratively as part of a team, supporting a positive and professional working environment.
Have the following Qualifications, Experience and Accreditation
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Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology.
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Registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) as a Psychologist.
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Previous experience working with young people (desirable)
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Experience in a school, educational, or multidisciplinary mental health environment (highly desirable).
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A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
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A current National Police Clearance (issued within the past six months).
Applicants are asked to provide:
- a covering letter and CV outlining their qualifications and relevant experience for the role
- the names and contact details for three referees, one of whom must be the current or most recent employer
Applications close: 3.00pm on Wednesday 8 July 2026.
For further information regarding the position please visit the Employment Opportunities page on our website.
Note to applicants:
- Hale School takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at Hale School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of a thorough recruitment process.
- Hale School reserves the right to contact non-nominated referees prior to an offer of employment being made.
- New applicants who have arrived in Australia within the last 12 months are required to provide Hale School with a Police Clearance issued by their country of origin within the last 12 months prior to appointment preceding the employee's appointment to Hale School. Documents are to be translated by a certified agent if necessary. The cost of this clearance is to be borne by the applicant.