Educational Psychologist, Part Time Term Time

St Patrick's College, Shorncliffe; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Staff wellbeing

Bayside location

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

St Patrick's College, Shorncliffe in Shorncliffe QLD is seeking an experienced Educational Psychologist to join the Diverse Learning Team for 2027. This on-site role focuses on assessment, consultation and evidence-informed intervention to support student learning, wellbeing and inclusion.

The position is part-time for term time, commencing January 2027, with a collaborative culture and strong commitment to staff development. Applications close 9 November 2026.

Qualifications

• You are a qualified and experienced Educational Psychologist with a passion for supporting the learning, inclusion and educational success of young people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments.
• Provide diagnostic and educational recommendations.
• Guide evidence-informed interventions.
• Support students with learning difficulties, neurodiversity and giftedness.
• Build staff capability through consultation and professional learning.
• Partner with families and external specialists.

Job description

Educational Psychologist, Part Time Term Time

St Patrick's College, Shorncliffe – Shorncliffe QLD

Shape Learning. Empower Young People. Make a Lasting Difference.

St Patrick's College Shorncliffe is seeking an experienced and highly regarded Educational Psychologist to join our vibrant and contemporary learning community in 2027.
As one of Queensland's leading Catholic schools in the Edmund Rice tradition, St Patrick's College is committed to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. This newly advertised opportunity provides the chance to influence educational outcomes for young people through evidence-based assessment, consultation and intervention.

Educational Psychologist

Part Time Term Time, Commencing January 2027

The Opportunity

Working within our Diverse Learning Team and collaborating closely with school leaders, counsellors, teachers and families, you will provide expert psychological services that directly enhance student learning, engagement and wellbeing.

Please note that this is an on-site position, and remote work arrangements are not available.

The Position

• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments.
• Provide diagnostic and educational recommendations.
• Guide evidence-informed interventions.
• Support students with learning difficulties, neurodiversity and giftedness.
• Build staff capability through consultation and professional learning.
• Partner with families and external specialists.

Why join St Patrick's College?

• Purpose-driven work with meaningful impact.
• Collaborative and highly professional culture.
• Beautiful bayside location at Shorncliffe.
• Strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Access to ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to help shape inclusive educational practice across the College.

About You

You are a qualified and experienced Educational Psychologist with a passion for supporting the learning, inclusion and educational success of young people.

You bring expertise in educational and cognitive assessment, data interpretation and evidence-informed intervention, with the ability to develop practical strategies that support students with diverse learning needs, including learning difficulties, disability, neurodivergent profiles and giftedness.

A collaborative professional, you build strong relationships with students, families and staff, and are committed to working as part of a coordinated team to ensure every student is supported to engage, participate and thrive.

Applications for this role, will close Monday 9 November 2026 at 9.00am.

All applications will be treated as confidential.

St Patrick's College reserves the right to appoint the position by invitation, appoint prior to the application deadline or to re-advertise, as necessary.

St Patrick's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. All applicants will be subject to EREA and Legislative screening procedures.

Working with Children

Applicants must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working with Children Check - Blue Card Queensland or be registered with and maintain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Student Protection

All employees are required to familiarise themselves with the EREA Student Child Protection Policy and Processes. It is required they will have a responsibility for the promotion and safeguarding the welfare of students with whom they come into contact and ensure compliance with EREA’s Child Protection Policy at all times. If during the course of carrying out their duties, an employee becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to safety or welfare of children in the College, they must report any concerns immediately.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

www.stpatricks.qld.edu.au