School Psychologist – Elevate Student Wellbeing

NSW Government; Newcastle, Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist for Dorrigo High School. The role provides counselling and psychological assessment to students, supporting learning and wellbeing across primary and high school levels.

The successful candidate will join a supportive, multidisciplinary team, participate in ongoing professional development, and operate within NSW public school settings to make a meaningful difference in student outcomes.

Qualifications

• General or Provisional Psychology Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Valid Working with Children Check clearance – NSW.
• Current and valid driver’s licence and ability to travel between work sites.
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and psychological services to students, individually and in groups.
• Administer cognitive, social, emotional and behavioural assessments and report results.
• Collaborate with the principal, school executive, staff and external agencies to improve student wellbeing.
• Support schools and families to manage students’ health and learning needs.
• Engage in supervision and professional development within the school counselling team.

Skills

Counselling skills

Psychological assessment

Team collaboration

Student welfare focus

Education

General or Provisional Psychology Registration

Job description

NSW Department of Education is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist for Dorrigo High School. The role provides counselling and psychological assessment to students, supporting learning and wellbeing across primary and high school levels.

The successful candidate will join a supportive, multidisciplinary team, participate in ongoing professional development, and operate within NSW public school settings to make a meaningful difference in student outcomes.