This is a 6 month fixed term, part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing January **** with possible extension and/or permanency The Department of Education's strategic plan is based on the belief that learning changes lives and that every student should have the opportunity to thrive, realise their aspirations and succeed through every stage of schooling.
Through excellence and fairness in public education, the Department is committed to creating conditions for learning through high-quality teaching, strong leadership and responsive services that meet the diverse needs of students and communities.
Statewide Services supports this vision by providing coordinated, evidence-informed services and expertise that strengthen outcomes for students, schools and the wider system.
The Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support branch leads initiatives that promote early learning, parenting capacity and community engagement, particularly in communities experiencing vulnerability.
Through evidence-based programs, including those delivered through the Child and Parent Centres (CPCs) and the Triple P - Positive Parenting Program, the branch supports children and families while providing consultancy and strategic support to school psychologists statewide.
This work contributes to system-level planning, policy development and the implementation of high-impact practices that improve outcomes for children and families.
The Role As a School Psychologist Consultant within the Primary, Early Childhood and Education Support (PECES) branch, you will lead and support parent-focused and cross-sector initiatives that strengthen student, family and community engagement.
Working collaboratively with schools, CPCs, community organisations and government agencies, you will provide strategic consultancy, professional learning and implementation support to enhance outcomes for children and families.
Key responsibilities include:



using community data to inform planning and service delivery consulting with schools and communities to address local needs mentoring school psychologists and other professionals promoting culturally responsive and inclusive practices providing expert advice on child and adolescent development, mental health and wellbeing facilitating statewide parent and early childhood programs; and leading system-level projects that improve program quality, accessibility and outcomes for children, families and communities across Western Australia.
Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with relevant legislation, Departmental policies, guidelines and initiatives, negotiated industrial awards and agreements, and regional planning and priorities.
The work of the school psychologist consultant is guided by the Competency Framework for School Psychologists.
School psychologist consultants adhere to the Psychology Board of Australia Code of Ethics and Guidelines.
Legislation impacting on this position includes the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (WA) Act ****, School Education Act ****, the Education Act Regulations **** and the Curriculum Council Act ****.
Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in Padbury and our employees enjoy a range of perks which include: 12% employer contributed superannuation.
Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including flexible working hours and part-time arrangements Generous leave entitlements including school vacation leave, personal, long service and parental leave Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments) Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Movy Naidoo, Manager, Primary Early Childhood

📌 School Psychologist Consultant (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia