Psychologist

Wollert Primary School opened in 2022, one of many new schools to open in Victoria in the last few years. Wollert Primary School is located at 131 De Rossi Boulevard, Wollert 3750, in the middle of a fast-developing growth corridor, where enrolment is steadily increasing. Our 2026 enrolment is currently 647 students.

Wollert Primary School is an inclusive school, committed to developing exemplary practice in Inclusive Education that will not only benefit our own students, but our network and education system as a whole. Our commitment to fostering exemplary inclusive practices will provide opportunities for staff, students and families to develop a deep understanding of the language, conduct and mindset needed to ensure inclusion is seen, heard and felt in our school. Wollert Primary School prides itself on building a culture that allows full access and participation for all. We provide excellent learning opportunities for all students through quality evidence-based teaching approaches, outstanding teaching and learning practices, the Victorian Curriculum, EAL and ABLEs resources. 

Wollert Primary School sits beside the Kirrip Community Centre, which includes a three and four-year-old kindergarten. Wollert Primary School abuts rapidly growing residential areas in the suburb of Wollert. Community is important at Wollert Primary School, with staff working in partnership with the community to provide authentic learning opportunities and the best academic and personal outcomes for all students.

WPS School Motto, Vision, Mission and Values 

MOTTO

Aspirations without Limitations

VISION 

We Make Learning Happen for All

MISSION our compelling purpose

To be a school that provides an inclusive, inspiring and joyous learning environment where students are empowered to seize opportunities that allow them to achieve lifelong aspirations.

VALUES our collective actions

Be Kind   Be Curious   Be Brilliant   Be Joy

KSC1 - Demonstrated experience, skills and knowledge relevant to the position. Current registration to practice as a psychologist in educational or clinical psychology.

KSC2 - Demonstrated capacity to engage and work with young adults and the school community and an awareness and understanding of the issues encountered by young people.

KSC3 - Demonstrated ability to deliver a comprehensive psychological service, including counselling, psychological assessments and associated reports within a school environment. This includes supporting young people and their parents.

KSC4 - Highly developed communication skills and an ability to maintain comprehensive confidential case notes and confidentially.

KSC5 - High level organisational and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with and work within a multidisciplinary team and other professionals in providing services to students with complex needs and challenging behaviour.

No School Holiday attendance requirement for this position

Will usually be a member of the leadership team who is accountable for the development and delivery of key services that are integral to the effective operation of a school/s.  Provides a range of services and/or undertakes the analysis of complex problems that form part of the policy framework.

A school or group of schools would need to have the necessary diversity and complexity to create a role at range 5.  Management of a major school or district initiative, project or Department targeted strategy would be an indicator depending on the breadth of management responsibilities.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.  Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Providing counselling and support primarily to students with complex needs, learning difficulties, behavioural problems, and mental health issues, as a member of the Student Wellbeing Team, a multidisciplinary team.
• Conducting individual and/or group counselling sessions with students to aid in enhancing their ability to self-manage their social, emotional, and educational needs.
• Consulting with parents and relevant stakeholders concerning students' wellbeing.
• Administering psychometric tests to inform psychological evaluations.
• Creating psychological reports and recommendations to direct Student Support Group (SSG) meetings, Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and teaching staff, with the aim of enhancing academic outcomes and student wellbeing.
• Assisting staff in implementing interventions and strategies to support students facing difficulties.
• Developing Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) when required.
• Referring students to suitable external services for additional support.
• Collecting, analysing, and reporting data on wellbeing issues.
• Collaborating with the College's Head of Wellbeing, Head of Year Levels, Principal Team, Inclusive Education Team, Student Managers, and staff to enhance student learning, engagement, and wellbeing.
• Providing information, guidance, and support to parents and students upon request, promoting a collaborative approach that values family involvement in student wellbeing and success.
• Maintaining confidential records of referrals, student information, and detailed case management notes.

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

• 1.  Please ensure that you address the Selection Criteria.

• 2.  In your application, please provide the names and contact details [email, mobile phone number] of three professional referees.

• 3. Applications must be lodged on School Jobs Vic by the closing date.

• 4.Please be aware that the pay scale for this position is an ES Level 1 ¿ Range 5. The scale can be reviewed at https://content.sdp.education.vic.gov.au/media/salary-education-support-class-docx-1716

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx