Educational Psychologist

Independent Schools Association Of Southern Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A private learning institution in Gauteng is seeking a full-time Educational Psychologist to work with diverse learners. The role involves assessments, providing therapeutic interventions, and developing intervention plans. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in educational psychology and is registered with HPCSA. Interested candidates should apply by 21 November with CVs and motivation letters.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational psychology from a recognised university.
• Registration with the HPCSA by January.
• Previous experience in a remedial environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and skilled report writing.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy.
• Assist in enrolment applications and attend multidisciplinary meetings.
• Liaise with parents and teachers.

Skills

Assessment knowledge

Psychotherapy techniques

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in educational psychology

Registration with HPCSA

Job description

Orion College is a private, assisted learning and remedial school in Randpark Ridge that caters to learners with diverse learning needs and abilities.

The school offers three educational streams and integrated therapeutic interventions from a multidisciplinary team.

Orion College is seeking to employ a full‑time Educational Psychologist from 1 January. This is a Level 1 position and the successful candidate will work in both the Primary and High Schools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational psychology from a recognised university
• Registration with the HPCSA by the start of January
• Police clearance

Duties

• Assessment – must have sufficient knowledge of the application of various assessment tools and be skilled at report writing
• Therapeutic interventions – individual and group psychotherapy, play therapy
• Case management and containment

Observations and monitoring of learners

• Assisting in enrolment applications – reviewing application documentation, participating in parent intake meetings, delivering tours of the school
• Attendance and contribution to multidisciplinary team meetings

Developing intervention plans for teachers and parents

• Assistance with the application of GDE assessment accommodations and concessions
• Liaison with parents and teachers
• Prepare and deliver learner and staff workshops / training (when required)

• Any other relevant duties required by the school

• Assertive, creative and flexible
• Good organisational skills and time management
• Able to use own initiative, work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Professionalism and a high standard of ethics – must be able to handle confidential matters ethically and with sensitivity
• Previous experience within a remedial environment or working with learners with barriers will be advantageous

Application closing date : 21 November

CVs and motivational letters must be sent to the H.O.D. of Psychology at

Orion College will ensure that your data is protected in accordance with the POPI Act. The submission of your application to Orion College will be based solely on the purposes of recruitment for the vacancy as mentioned above, and all internal processes associated with this application.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified directly by 25 November. If you do not hear from us by then, it means that you have not been shortlisted for an interview.

Orion College reserves the right not to fill this post should a suitable candidate not be found.