School Psychologist

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana, Lochend and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes.

The College is seeking an experienced and passionate School Psychologist for a part-time (0.6 FTE) position, based at our Elsternwick campus. This position is a leave replacement position, available for commencing at the beginning of Term 2, 2026 until 12 April 2027.

The role is currently for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, with flexibility to work Monday, Tuesday, and Friday as an alternative.

In making this appointment, the College is seeking applicants who, among other qualities, can demonstrate:

• Qualifications and current registration as a psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA):Current registration with AHPRA as a psychologist and the ability to demonstrate adherence to the APS ethical guidelines and to work within a climate of confidentiality. We will also consider highly skilled and experienced bilingual counsellors with a proven track record of working with children, adolescents, and their families in a school context.
• Flexibility and adaptability in service delivery, as students may have varying needs and preferences.
• Experience providing specialist counselling to students with regards to personal, emotional, social and intellectual difficulties
• The ability to work in a climate of confidentiality
• Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and other support services within the school.

Applications close at 5.00pm on 26 February 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the application close date.

Wesley College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.