This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Established in 1966, Newton Moore Senior High School (SHS) is a proud part of the South Bunbury community. Known for its inclusive and supportive environment, the school is committed to providing high-quality education in a culturally safe setting, where every student is empowered to succeed.
Offering a diverse range of programs that reflect the interests and strengths of its students, our school motto, 'Achieving today for tomorrow,' reflects our commitment to prepare students for lifelong success, where every student is empowered to grow, belong, and thrive - both now and into the future.
Find out more about our school by visiting newtonmooreshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Newton Moore Senior High School is seeking a motivated and experienced School Psychologist to join our supportive and collaborative team. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills and work effectively with school leadership, Student Services staff, students and families. A commitment to professional self‑reflection and culturally responsive practice is essential.
The School Psychologist will be expected to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, consult effectively, and work confidently both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role involves close collaboration with school leadership and Student Services to support student wellbeing, engagement and educational outcomes. Newton Moore Senior High School offers a welcoming environment with dedicated staff who are committed to inclusive practice and the holistic development of every student.
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.
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 Kym Holroyd, HR Officer on (08) 9722 2463 or by emailing kym.holroyd2@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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A 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: DOE1042549
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 Tuesday, 19 May 2026
