Educational Psychologist - Learning Support & Equity

Kumara Vine; Palmerston North; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Education in Palmerston North invites applications for a Psychologist to support Learning Support teams across the Manawatū region. You will conduct specialist assessments, collaborate with schools, educators, families and whānau to plan evidence-informed interventions that improve wellbeing and learning outcomes for children and young people.

We value culturally responsive practice, Te Ao Māori, and promoting tikanga and Te Reo Māori, with a full NZ driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Masters-level qualification in psychology or equivalent.
• Post-graduate Diploma in Educational or Clinical Psychology required.
• NZ Psychologist Board registration or eligible for registration.
• Practising Certificate valid for practice in NZ.

Responsibilities

• Identify patterns affecting learning, wellbeing and behaviour.
• Collaborate with the child-focused team including educators and whānau.
• Provide in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for interventions.
• Facilitate access to wider services and support as needed.
• Offer professional guidance to schools, teachers and families.
• Enhance inclusive practices in schools and educational settings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Cultural capability

Education

Masters-level qualification

Post-graduate Diploma in Educational/Clinical Psychology

NZ Psychologist Board registration

Practising Certificate

Job description

The Ministry of Education in Palmerston North invites applications for a Psychologist to support Learning Support teams across the Manawatū region. You will conduct specialist assessments, collaborate with schools, educators, families and whānau to plan evidence-informed interventions that improve wellbeing and learning outcomes for children and young people.

We value culturally responsive practice, Te Ao Māori, and promoting tikanga and Te Reo Māori, with a full NZ driver’s licence.