Soweto Educational Psychologist: Student Wellbeing & Growth

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a Soweto campus to support student well-being, learning, and development. You will conduct assessments, provide counselling, and collaborate with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Educational Psychology, is HPCSA-registered, and has at least four years of school-based experience, with strong assessment and crisis intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Educational Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registered Educational Psychologist with HPCSA or equivalent board.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience as an Educational Psychologist in schools or educational settings.
• Proficient in administering and interpreting psycho-educational assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural issues.
• Provide individual and group counselling for students addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioural concerns.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies and support plans for students.
• Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, and parents to support student success.
• Provide consultation and training to school staff on child development, mental health, and learning support.

Skills

Counselling

Assessments

Intervention planning

Collaboration

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Master's in Educational Psychology

HPCSA registration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a Soweto campus to support student well-being, learning, and development. You will conduct assessments, provide counselling, and collaborate with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environments.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Educational Psychology, is HPCSA-registered, and has at least four years of school-based experience, with strong assessment and crisis intervention skills.