School Psychologist - Preparatory School

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car parking

Gym

Pool

Tennis court

Smile Care Club

Job summary

The Southport School (TSS) on the Gold Coast invites applications for a School Psychologist to join the Wellbeing Team on a full-time term-time parental leave contract for Terms 1–3, 2027. Based in the Preparatory School (Preschool-Year 6), the role focuses on counselling, psychoeducational assessment and wellbeing programming for boys.

Reporting to the Head of Psychological Services, you will collaborate with deputies and education staff to support student wellbeing, learning and engagement,

Qualifications

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience working with children and families, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong counselling, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Experience administering and interpreting psychoeducational assessments, including cognitive and academic testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support services to students and families.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives and programs.
• Collaborate with teaching, pastoral and education support teams to enhance student wellbeing, learning and engagement.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Counselling skills

Psychoeducational assessment

Report writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Psychology

Job description

Parental Leave Contract | Terms 1-3, 2027 | Full-Time Term Time

The Southport School (TSS) is one of Australia's leading Anglican day and boarding schools for boys, catering for students from Preschool to Year 12. Located on the picturesque banks of the Nerang River on the Gold Coast, TSS combines a proud heritage with contemporary educational excellence, empowering boys to discover their passions and become confident, compassionate and accomplished young men.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated School Psychologist to join our dedicated Wellbeing Team on a full-time term-time parental leave contract for Terms 1-3, 2027.

Based in our vibrant Preparatory School (Preschool-Year 6), this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young boys through counselling, psychoeducational assessment, wellbeing programming, and collaboration with families and staff.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Psychological Services and working closely with the Deputy Head Pastoral Care and Director of Education Support, the School Psychologist plays an integral role within the Preparatory School's pastoral care and student wellbeing framework. The successful candidate will provide psychological support services, contribute to wellbeing initiatives, and work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and education support teams to enhance student wellbeing, learning, and engagement.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Psychology or a related field.
• Experience working with children and families, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong counselling, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Experience administering and interpreting psychoeducational assessments, including cognitive and academic testing.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, professional ethics and continuous learning.

Why Join TSS?

At TSS, our staff are part of a supportive and collegial community guided by our values of Teamwork, Scholarship and Service. Working within a leading boys' school, you will have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and development of boys.
• Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary wellbeing team.
• Contribute to innovative wellbeing and education support programs.
• Enjoy a beautiful Gold Coast campus and strong sense of community with access to carparking, gym, pool, tennis court and The Thirty Two Dental Studio's Smile Care Club.
• Be part of a school that values professional growth, collaboration and excellence.

Applications

Applications are invited from suitably qualified psychologists seeking a rewarding opportunity to support young people during a significant stage of their development. This is a full-time (school term weeks) parental leave contract position commencing in Term 1, 2027 and concluding at the end of Term 3, 2027. A full position description can be accessed via the school website and enquiries via [e-mail]. Applications will close 8.00am 7 October 2026.

Successful candidates will be willing to support the Anglican Code of Conduct and Ethos of the School and follow our Counselling Services in Anglican Schools Policy and Procedures. Applicants must hold or be eligible to hold a working with children paid Blue Card and will be asked to provide a recent criminal history check certificate upon appointment.

17 September 2026Southport Queensland, Australia