We are seeking to establish a pool of School Psychologists for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Safety Bay Senior High School (SHS), our motto, Imagine, Believe, Achieve, embodies our deep dedication to nurturing every student’s journey. We take pride in cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are inspired to dream big, have confidence in their abilities, and strive for excellence.

Safety Bay SHS is entering an important phase of whole-school improvement. We are strengthening our approach to teaching and learning, building greater consistency across classrooms, and aligning our work to clear school priorities.

Staff are supported through weekly collaborative time to plan, review evidence of student learning, and work together on school goals and targets. This collaborative work will continue to develop over the coming years as we refine our curriculum, assessment, instructional practice and intervention structures.

We use a distributive leadership model and value staff contribution to the direction of the school. There are opportunities for teachers to lead and contribute to curriculum development, literacy improvement, moderation, instructional practice and whole-school initiatives.

Find out more about our school by visiting safetybay.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

School psychologists with general registration are responsible for delivering direct psychological service to identified clients. They are expected to apply psychological skills and knowledge to improve mental health, learning and behavioural outcomes for students in collaboration with school personnel, parents, caregivers and other agencies.

The suitable applicants will assist with the development and implementation of school-based student support services and programs and operate as members of a collaborative and coordinated student services team. They will assist schools to maximise the educational and psycho-social outcomes of individuals and groups of students and will also support and facilitate organisational change.

As a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) school, we are committed to ensuring every student receives the academic, behavioural and wellbeing support they need to thrive. In 2027, we will embark on a significant whole-school Wellbeing Project, further enhancing our framework for student engagement, inclusion and success. Applicants with experience in implementing and sustaining whole-school improvement initiatives, leading change, and building collective staff capability will be highly regarded.

The suitable applicants will be expected to provide psychological services to school communities affected by critical issues/incidents and to maintain records consistent with Department and Psychology Board of Australia requirements.

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 Jessica Halliday, Principal, Safety Bay Senior High School on (08) 9528 9200 or by emailing Jessica.Halliday@education.wa.edu.au

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 two (2) 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.

Please note that the panel will not assess information beyond the page limits outlined above, or additional attachments. 

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: DOE1072897

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 25 November 2026