This is a permanent part-time (0.3 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Located just 4 km from the Perth CBD, Kensington Primary School is an Independent Public School with a strong reputation for academic achievement, student wellbeing and community partnerships. As our school celebrates its centenary, we continue to build on our proud traditions while embracing innovation and continuous improvement.

Relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, Together We Achieve, we believe the best outcomes for students are achieved when teachers, families, allied professionals and school leaders work together. Our values of Creativity, Respect, Integrity, Safety and Perseverance underpin every aspect of school life.

Find out more about our school by visiting Kensington Primary School or Schools Online

The Role

This position offers the opportunity to become a valued member of a highly collaborative Student Services team, working alongside school leaders, teachers, education assistants, families and external agencies to improve educational, behavioural and wellbeing outcomes for students.

At Kensington Primary School, our School Psychologist is not simply a referral service. They are a trusted partner in teaching and learning, helping staff build their confidence and capability to support students while contributing to whole-school improvement.

The successful applicant will:

• work collaboratively with teachers, leaders and families to support students experiencing learning, behavioural or wellbeing challenges
• provide evidence-informed psychological assessment, consultation and intervention for individual students
• contribute to collaborative case management, educational planning and personalised support for students
• build staff capacity through coaching, consultation and professional learning
• support whole-school approaches to wellbeing, behaviour support, inclusion and engagement
• work alongside the leadership team to strengthen preventative and early intervention practices
• liaise with external agencies to coordinate support for students and families
• contribute to critical incident response and risk management when required.

About You

We are looking for a psychologist who ideally:

• values teamwork and enjoys working in partnership with others
• builds positive, respectful and trusting relationships with students, staff and families
• understands that sustainable outcomes come from empowering others, not simply solving problems for them
• brings strong assessment, consultation and problem-solving skills
• communicates clearly, sensitively and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders
• is organised, reflective and committed to evidence-informed practice
• is passionate about inclusive education and helping every student achieve success.  

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 Bronwyn Jones, Principal - Kensington Primary School on (08) 6436 8448 or by emailing Bronwyn.Jones@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holiday period, please contact Bronwyn Jones on 0404 454 730.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

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 of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Demonstrated ability to implement psychology services and programs in an educational environment to maximise student learning outcomes.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of the implementation and evaluation of a variety of psychological approaches appropriate for individual, group and system-level intervention.
3. Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills, demonstrating the capacity to produce correspondence, reports and case notes, and interview and training (facilitation) skills.
4. 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.
5. 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: DOE1062355

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, 29 September 2026