This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
The Pilbara school psychology service is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and committed school psychologist to deliver psychological services and support to a mix of both high and primary schools in and around the Tom Price network. The successful applicant will make up a team of three school psychologists (that includes Chanah from the story below) in Tom Price, and will join a collaborative, dynamic, and vibrant team of 20+ psychologists across the Pilbara region.
School psychologists working in the Tom Price network in 2025 receive a District Allowance of $9,299 per year in addition to a competitive salary and other benefits.
Located in the Heart of the Pilbara, Tom Price is a picturesque, modern and fully serviced town designed to blend with the natural environment. The town sits in the shadows of Jarndunmunha (Mount Nameless) amongst rolling landscapes of red granite hills and is the gateway to the natural wonders of the Karajini and Millstream National Park. The town itself has all the amenities required for comfortable country living and all are conveniently situated centrally, along with great sport and recreation facilities.
Tom Price lends itself to either the quiet, relaxed country lifestyle or is fantastic for the outdoor adventurer. Within the proximity of town is some amazing hiking, 4wd’ing, camping and swimming opportunities. And just 40 minutes from town is the natural playground that is Karajini National Park with its awe-inspiring panoramas, natural rock pools, ancient rock formations and rock art, and wildflowers, the area brims with unique, diverse, and wildly coloured landscapes.
Read about one of our current Tom Price school psychologists journey and experience in Tom Price here: A two year commitment becomes home - Tom Price and the magic of the Pilbara
You can also find out more about Tom Price by visiting the following below:
Tom Price Visitor Centre - Visitor Centre - Tourism Western Australia
Tom Price Attractions » Shire of Ashburton
Teach in WA - Tom Price
Destination WA - Tom Price Town
Find out more about our school by visiting www.tompriceshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The School Psychologist is responsible for delivering direct psychological services to identified clients, applying psychological skills and knowledge to improve mental health, learning and behavioural outcomes for students in collaboration with school personnel, parents, caregivers, and other agencies. They will assist with the development and implementation of school-based support services and programs and operate as a member of a collaborative and coordinated regional school psychology team.
The successful applicant will ideally have strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with staff, students, parents, and the wider community. They will demonstrate a commitment to their own professional growth and development and possess the ability to work together with the school administration to develop whole-school initiatives to enhance the well-being of all members of the school community.
Learn more about how we support school psychologists on our website: Education WA - School Psychologists
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
- Locality allowance of $9 299 p.a
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- Subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
- Summer months air-conditioning subsidy
- 8 weeks’ vacation leave (aligned with school holidays)
- 14 days personal leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Free relocation (intra and interstate)
- Access to the Departments highly regarded Induction Program including travel to Perth if necessary
- Psychology Board of Australia approved supervision (if required).
- Accessible and visible professional leadership and support
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and eligibility requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Stephen Galbraith, Lead School Psychologist, on 0436 679 058 or emailing steve.galbraith@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- hold or be eligible for provisional or general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Information about registration with the Psychology Board of Australia can be obtained by calling 1300 419 495 or by visiting www.psychologyboard.gov.au.
More information on employment eligibility can be found here and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF) located at the bottom of this advertisement.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated ability to implement psychology services and programs in an educational environment to maximise student learning outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the implementation and evaluation of a variety of psychological approaches appropriate for individual, group and system-level intervention.
- Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills, demonstrating the capacity to produce correspondence, reports and case notes, and interview and training (facilitation) skills.
- Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal skills, which demonstrate an ability to function in a self-directed way, and as a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with a range of clients across the lifespan, Department personnel and inter-agency partners across a variety of contexts.
- Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and conceptual skills to issues identification, risk assessment and analysis, intervention and evaluation.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE941769
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our school within the next twelve months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 08 January 2025
