Department of Education Victoria – Melton VIC

1d ago , from Department of Education & Training Victoria

At Melton Secondary College, our vision is a flourishing school community where challenge, curiosity and commitment lead to excellence. Guided by our mission to rise together ¿ proud of our community, ambitious in our goals, and committed to helping every student thrive ¿ we are united by our motto of Pursuing Excellence in everything we do.

We believe every student can succeed when they are known, challenged and supported. By maintaining high expectations alongside high levels of care, we create a learning environment where students flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Learning and wellbeing are inseparable, and we are committed to ensuring every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

Our staff are united by a strong moral purpose and a deep commitment to our community. We come to work each day believing that education has the power to transform lives. We embrace the challenges our young people face and work collaboratively to remove barriers, inspire curiosity and build the confidence and skills students need for success beyond school.

Melton Secondary College serves more than 1,400 students and employs over 200 dedicated staff. Every student is known, noticed and valued. We recognise that strong partnerships with families and the wider community are essential to student success, and together we create the conditions for every learner to flourish.

Our culture is built on trust, collaboration and continuous improvement. We foster psychological safety through strong relationships, shared trademark behaviours and courageous conversations that keep student learning at the centre of our work.



Our trademark is more than a statement¿it is reflected in the way we lead, teach, collaborate and support one another every day.

How we support our staff and students

Melton Secondary College is a place where staff flourish. We are committed to developing exceptional teachers, leaders and educational support staff through purposeful professional learning, coaching and transparent pathways for growth. Our comprehensive induction program supports both beginning and experienced staff to thrive from their first day.

We believe that when we invest in our people, everyone benefits. Staff wellbeing is supported through our innovative nine-day face-to-face fortnight, providing regular opportunities for flexible work, professional collaboration, deep thinking and renewal. By creating the conditions for staff to flourish, we enable them to deliver exceptional outcomes for students.

Student wellbeing is intentionally embedded into every school day. Each morning begins with a six-minute Morning Circle, fostering connection, belonging and readiness to learn through our Social Emotional Learning program. Students also participate in our highly valued Enrichment program, providing regular opportunities to explore interests, develop new skills and build meaningful relationships through experiences in the Arts, Sport, Communication and Service. These programs reflect our belief that curiosity,



challenge and connection are fundamental to helping young people flourish.

Selection Criteria

- 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 multidisciplinaryteam and other professionals in providing services to students with complex needs and challenging behaviour.

Role

The Psychologist would be a part of our Allied Team Supporting the Wellbeing and learning of the students at out college.

There would be no school holiday attendance requirement for this position, and they would be able to access the 9 day face to face fortnight.

The successful applicant will be an experienced professional who will carry out their duties and responsibilities, relative to their professional discipline, with a high level of autonomy and with minimal reliance on professional supervision. The successful applicant will be responsible for the development and implementation of professional support programs within an educational environment, including guidance

📌 Psychologist (Melton)
🏢 Department of Education Victoria
📍 Melton