College Psychologist
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 9 November 2026
St Dominic's College is seeking a compassionate College Psychologist to join the Student Pastoral Team for the 2027 school year (parental leave replacement). Full-time temporary role supporting Years 7-12 students. Interns, provisional, and experienced psychologists are encouraged to apply, with supervision provided.
<p><strong>Position Commencing:</strong> 27th January 2027</p>
<p>Psychology interns and provisional psychologists seeking supervised experience within a school setting are strongly encouraged to apply.</p>
<p><strong>Summary</strong></p>
<p>St Dominic's College is an Independent Catholic Boys Secondary School, committed to creating a caring environment where educational excellence is evident within the Catholic Tradition and the Spirit of Edmund Rice.</p>
<p>We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative College Psychologist to join our Student Pastoral Team for the 2027 school year. This temporary position is available due to parental leave and provides an excellent opportunity for a psychologist at any stage of their career, including interns and provisional psychologists seeking supervised experience.</p>
<p>This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive school environment where student wellbeing is highly valued and where professional growth and development are encouraged. We welcome applications from experienced psychologists, recent graduates, and provisional psychologists completing internship requirements.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>The College Psychologist plays an important role in supporting the wellbeing, engagement and success of students across Years 7-12.</p>
<p>Working collaboratively with the College Leadership Team, pastoral leaders, teachers, parents and external professionals, the successful applicant will provide psychological support and guidance to students while contributing to a positive and proactive wellbeing culture across the College.</p>
<p>The College is committed to supporting emerging psychologists and can provide supervision arrangements for provisional psychologists where required.</p>
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<p><strong>Employment Conditions</strong></p>
<p>The successful applicant will be employed under the <strong>NSW Catholic Independent Schools Model B Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2023</strong>, as amended or replaced from time to time.</p>
<p>This is a full-time temporary position for the 2027 College year, offered as a parental leave replacement.</p>
<p>The College Psychologist will generally be required to work during school term time only and <strong>will not ordinarily</strong> be required to attend work during student vacation periods. Salary will be paid on an averaged basis across the year, ensuring regular fortnightly payments continue during school holiday periods.</p>
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<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide psychological assessment, counselling and intervention support to students. </li>
<li>Collaborate with pastoral leaders, teachers and families to develop and implement support plans. </li>
<li>Support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges. </li>
<li>Contribute to the College's pastoral care and student wellbeing programs. </li>
<li>Maintain accurate and confidential case notes and records. </li>
<li>Liaise with external agencies, health professionals and support services as appropriate. </li>
<li>Support staff in developing strategies to meet the diverse wellbeing and learning needs of students. </li>
<li>Promote a culture of wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health across the College</li>
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<p><strong>About You</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a psychologist who:</p>
<ul>
<li>enjoys working with young people and supporting their development and wellbeing </li>
<li>can build positive and professional relationships with students, families and staff </li>
<li>demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication and counselling skills </li>
<li>works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment </li>
<li>understands adolescent development and the challenges facing young people today </li>
<li>maintains professional boundaries and confidentiality with integrity </li>
<li>is organised, responsive and committed to high-quality professional practice </li>
<li>is supportive of the mission and values of Catholic education and the Edmund Rice tradition</li>
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<p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Psychology qualifications recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia.</li>
<li>Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist or eligibility for provisional registration.</li>
<li>Graduate, provisional and fully registered psychologists are encouraged to apply.</li>
<li>Demonstrated or developing experience in counselling, assessment and psychological support.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.</li>
<li>Current NSW Working With Children Check.</li>
<li>Commitment to child safeguarding and professional ethical practice</li>
<li>Commitment to Catholic education and the Edmund Rice tradition.</li>
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<p><strong>Why St Dominic's?</strong></p>
<p>For the right person, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people while working within a supportive and collaborative school community.</p>
<p>The College offers a range of benefits for staff, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>25% College fee discount for staff</li>
<li>Supervision support for provisional psychologists completing internship requirements</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Access to Fitness Passport</li>
<li>Annual influenza vaccinations</li>
<li>Catered weekly morning teas</li>
<li>Catered staff development and networking days</li>
<li>Free street parking</li>
<li>Free use of the College gym</li>
<li>College-provided laptop</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong></p>
<p>Applicants are encouraged to visit the <a href="https://www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">St Dominic's College website</a> to learn more about the College.</p>
<p>For further information about the position, including employment conditions, please contact the HR Manager, Melissa Gorham, at <a href="mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=College%20Psychologist%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a>.</p>
<p>Please note: Applicants may be shortlisted, interviewed and appointed prior to the advertised closing date.</p>
<p>Applications should be submitted to the College Principal, Ms N Devenish, via <a href="mailto:hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au?subject=College%20Psychologist%20%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">hr@stdominics.nsw.edu.au</a> by 9am, 9th November 2026.</p>
<p>Applications should include:</p>
<ul>
<li>A covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your interest in the position </li>
<li>NSW Working With Children Check clearance details.</li>
<li>Current curriculum vitae detailing professional qualifications and experience.</li>
<li>Academic Transcripts </li>
<li>AHPRA Registration details (or evidence of eligibility for provisional registration)</li>
<li>Names and contact details for three referees, including the applicant's current employer where applicable.</li>
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<p><strong>Child Safeguarding Commitment</strong></p>
<p>St Dominic's College is committed to providing a child safe environment and ensuring our recruitment practices support the safety and wellbeing of all students.</p>
<p>We expect all employees to share our commitment to safeguarding children and young people and to actively contribute to a culture in which students are valued, respected and safe.</p>
<p>The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.</p>
<p>Applicants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the College's <a href="https://www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au/about-us/policies/" rel="nofollow">Child Safeguarding Policy and related safeguarding policies and procedures</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Privacy</strong></p>
<p>Applicants are encouraged to review the <a href="https://ereansw.csassurance.com/refdoc_atts/ef72a810-f6ea-013d-208e-0a58a9feac02" rel="nofollow">EREA NSW Job Applicant Collection Notice</a> and <a href="https://ereansw.csassurance.com/refdoc_atts/182aff80-f5bc-013d-6ebc-0a58a9feac02" rel="nofollow">EREA NSW Privacy Policy</a> before submitting an application.</p>