School Psychologist

Description

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

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology.

  • Registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) as a Psychologist.

  • Previous experience working with young people (desirable)

  • Experience in a school, educational, or multidisciplinary mental health environment (highly desirable).

  • A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).

  • 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.
Type
Jobs @ Independent Schools
Closing Date
08 Jul 2026 15:00
Contact Person
Dee Ripepi
Phone
School
Hale School