Psychologist

Haileybury; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Peer Supervision

AHPRA Registration Covered

Professional Supervision (up to 10)

Professional Development

Job summary

Haileybury Berwick campus seeks a Psychologist to support Middle School to Senior School (Years 5–12) with wellbeing programs and counselling. The role is permanent part-time (0.8 FTE) starting early November 2026, with on-campus presence during term time.

You will join a team focused on holistic student development, mental health, and proactive preventative programs, while collaborating with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Psychologist with AHPRA registration.
• APAC accredited master’s degree/combined doctorate as applicable.
• Completion of 4+2 or 5+1 internship for general registration.
• Permanent, part-time role starting early November 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling services for Middle and Senior School students while supporting staff with pastoral care needs.
• Conduct individual case management using a systems approach and refer to outside providers as needed.
• Maintain accurate client files that comply with professional codes of conduct and legal obligations.
• Collaborate with the team of psychologists to implement a whole-school wellbeing approach.
• Attend parent/teacher meetings, PSG, Pastoral Care meetings, and Future Student Interviews as required.
• Deliver programs to the broader school community and provide professional development.
• Work with the Individual Needs team on funding submissions including NCCD.

Skills

Counselling

Pastoral care

Team collaboration

Case management

Education

APAC Accredited Master’s Degree

Combined Masters/PhD

Professional Doctorate in Psychology

Internship for general registration (4+2 or 5+1)

Tools

Job description

Location: Berwick (Edrington) Campus - working with Middle and Senior School students

Work Type: Permanent, Part Time working 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)

Working days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Applications Close: Friday 23 October 2026 at 10:00am

About Haileybury

At Haileybury, we believe in the potential of every student. As a proudly non- selective school, we welcome learners from all backgrounds and support them to thrive.

In contrast we are highly selective when it comes to our staff. Whether you're teaching in the classroom or supporting through our Corporate Services, we seek passionate professionals who are committed to innovation, excellence and student success.

Our work is guided by the Magenta Principles, which shape our culture and daily practice.

Every student matters every day

Every staff member matters every day

One inclusive community

The role

At Haileybury, we prioritise the holistic development of our students, recognising the crucial role that mental health plays in their overall wellbeing. As a leading educational institution, we are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment that empowers students to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Psychologist to join our team at the Berwick campus, supporting Middle School to Senior School students (Years 5 to 12). This is a permanent, part-time position commencing early November 2026, with on-campus attendance required during term time. The salary includes 4 weeks annual leave + 6 weeks paid term break leave per annum - all leave to be taken during school holidays.

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional counselling services for Middle and Senior School students whilst supporting staff in meeting the pastoral care needs of students

Conduct individual case management using a systems approach and referring on to outside providers as necessary

Maintain accurate and comprehensive client files which meet the requirements of the professional codes of conduct and legal obligations

Work collaboratively as a member of the team of psychologists at Haileybury to implement a whole-school approach to student wellbeing that builds resilience and connectedness and identifies opportunities for proactive and preventative programs

Attend parent/teacher meetings, Program Support Group (PSG) meetings, Pastoral Care meetings, and Future Student Interview meetings as required

Facilitate programs accessible to the broader school community, including through the delivery of professional development

Work collaboratively with members of the Individual Needs team in supporting submissions for funding, including Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD)

APAC Accredited Master’s Degree, Combined Masters/PhD, Professional Doctorate in Psychology, completed 4+2 internship or completed 5+1 internship for general registration.

Psychologist registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency).

Why work for us;

• Peer Supervision - Foster a collaborative environment through regular peer supervision sessions.
• AHPRA Registration Covered - We cover the costs associated with AHPRA registration for our dedicated team members.
• Professional Supervision (Up to 10 Sessions Annually) - Access up to 10 annual professional supervision sessions to support ongoing development.
• Professional Development - We encourage continuous learning through a range professional development.

We believe that these benefits, along with the flexible work arrangements, will contribute to creating a positive and supportive work environment for our future psychology team members.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the school’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.