Lead School Psychologist

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We are seeking to establish a pool of Lead School Psychologists for fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up until the end of Term 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

As a Lead School Psychologist in South Metropolitan Education Region you will be part of a self-directed, collaborative team and directly accountable to the Director of Education. You will also be professionally accountable to the Chief Psychologist. Your practice will be guided and directed by Departmental policies and guidelines and the Psychology Board of Australia's professional standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing leadership and access to professional support and learning for all School Psychologists, including ensuring professional supervision for provisionally registered psychologists. The position assures the quality of all School Psychologists' practice meets the professional standards of the Department and the Psychology Board of Australia and also leads in the provision of contemporary psychological practices. Broad experience and capacity to provide leadership across all core areas of service delivery (mental health and well-being, learning, behaviour, incident management and disability) will be required.

The suitable applicants will ensure effective deployment of School Psychologists and access to specialist school psychology resources as well as provide direct advice to the Director of Schools, Principals and the system in the assessment and response to complex issues and situations, including emergency and incident management. You will also provide leadership in the development and implementation of appropriate programs, interventions, and evaluations at all levels, including facilitation of systemic change and provide critical evaluation on issues impacting on the School Psychology Service.

As the suitable applicants, you will be capable of developing a team of school psychologists, lead the professional development and ensure practice standards of psychologists with a range of experience from Advanced Skills School Psychologist (ASSP) and Senior Psychologist to provisionally registered and new to the Department of Education. The region supports an ongoing number of provisionally registered psychologists requiring Lead School Psychologists to play a critical role in the supervision process.

Advanced Skills School Psychologist status is highly desirable but not required for appointment to the pool.

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.

• hold or be eligible for 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 or by visiting

More information on employment eligibility can be found here and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF) located at the bottom of this advertisement.

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) 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:

The criteria align with Phase 3 described in the Competency Framework for School Psychologists.

• Demonstrated highly-proficient skills and the application of scientific practitioner models that contribute to system-level understandings and decision making.
• Demonstrated application of exemplary specialist knowledge and skills and the provision of leadership in the development of programs and interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to clarify and communicate complex concepts and provide feedback and critical evaluation on the school psychology profession, system policy, direction and operation.
• Demonstrated leadership of strategic partnerships to build capacity, influence systemic policy and undertake interventions and prevention programs.
• Demonstrated leadership and engagement in a variety of professional activities that indicate critical self-reflection, flexibility, exemplary practice and the development of learning communities.

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 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE991561

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 12 September 2025

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 for more details.