This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 Orange Grove Primary School is a small, growing metropolitan school located in a picturesque rural setting on the edge of the Darling Escarpment near Bickley Reservoir. Established in 1923, our school has a proud and longstanding history. While we honour our traditions, our focus remains firmly on preparing students for the future. Orange Grove Primary School currently caters for more than 160 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) values of Friendly, Achievers, and Respectful guide the way we learn and work together as a community. We are committed to fostering a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and respected.

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

The Role

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

They will be assisting with the development and implementation of school-based student support services and programs. They will also be operating as a member 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. They will support and facilitate organisational change. This applicant will provide psychological services to school communities affected by critical issues/incidents and will maintain records consistent with Department and Psychology Board of Australia requirements. They will also provide peer support and mentoring of colleagues alongside supervision of provisionally registered psychologists (Psychology Board of Australia approved psychologists only).

Qualified 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.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sean Ward, Principal, Orange Grove Primary School on (08) 9232 3400 or by emailing [email protected]

Agency Referrals

Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [email protected] 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

- 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.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1069798

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our school within the next twelve months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 6 November 2026

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📌 School Psychologist (City of Gosnells)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 City of Gosnells