Educational Psychologist & Learning Support Expert

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

On-campus facilities

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading independent school in George, Western Cape, to recruit an Educational Psychologist and Learning Support Specialist. The role focuses on identifying diverse learning needs, diagnosing challenges, and developing tailored IEPs to empower students in a face-to-face school setting.

You will work with students, teachers and parents to implement interventions, provide counselling, and help create an inclusive environment that supports wellbeing and academic

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology.
• Registered with the HPCSA as an Educational Psychologist.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a school setting with assessments and learning support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify learning disabilities, developmental delays, and emotional challenges.
• Develop and implement IEPs and intervention strategies for learners requiring support.
• Provide direct counseling and support for students with academic, social, or emotional difficulties.
• Collaborate with teachers to provide guidance on classroom accommodations for diverse learners.
• Consult with parents about progress, findings, and home-based strategies.
• Facilitate workshops for staff and parents on learning support and child development.
• Maintain confidential records of assessments and progress.
• Stay current with research and best practices in educational psychology and learning support.
• Contribute to the school's holistic student support framework and pastoral care.

Skills

Educational Psychology

Counseling

Interventions

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree

HPCSA Registered

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a leading independent school in George, Western Cape, to recruit an Educational Psychologist and Learning Support Specialist. The role focuses on identifying diverse learning needs, diagnosing challenges, and developing tailored IEPs to empower students in a face-to-face school setting.

You will work with students, teachers and parents to implement interventions, provide counselling, and help create an inclusive environment that supports wellbeing and academic