School Psychologist
St Hilda’s School | Gold Coast | Queensland
Permanent Full Time
Commencing: Term 1, 2027 or Term 4, 2026 (by negotiation)
St Hilda’s School, Gold Coast invites applications for the position of School Psychologist commencing Term 1, 2027 or Term 4, 2026 (by negotiation for the right candidate).
As our School Psychologist, you will play a vital role in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our students. Working in alignment with the St Hilda’s School Counselling Policy, you will provide psychological support and counselling to individual students and groups. Collaborating closely with parents, teachers, and school leadership, you will help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive both personally and academically.
This is a full-time role - 5 days per week, 8.00am – 4.00pm on site, working with our middle and senior school students.
About You
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist to join our Psychologist Team. In this role, you will work closely with students, families, and staff to promote mental health, academic success, and social-emotional development across our school community. Reporting to the Deputy Principal – Strategic Projects, People and Culture, will demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges of girls, and will be committed to empowering young woman to Be Anything through emotional wellbeing, personal growth and connectedness.
About Us
Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, St Hilda’s School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.
About the Position
As the School Psychologist, you will undertake the following responsibilities including but not limited to:
Responsibilities:
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Provide individual and group counselling to students and their families experiencing social, emotion, physical or academic concerns
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Conduct appropriate assessment of student needs and devise appropriate strategies to enhance welfare and education outcomes for students
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Collaborate with staff to ensure holistic support for students and devise and deliver preventative mental health programs, and support wellbeing and learning
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Provide risk and safety assessments
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Provide referrals for students to the appropriate external health professionals
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Deliver workshops on topics impacting girls such as stress management, self-esteem, study skills, healthy relationships, nutrition and body image
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Maintain accurate and up to date notes and files.
Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements
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Formal qualifications at Degree level in psychology with post-graduate qualifications in educational psychology, child and adolescent psychology, student counselling or school psychology desirable
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Experience working in a school environment, with adolescents or liaising with schools an advantage
- Evidence of general registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)
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Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain prior to commencement
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Occasional after hours work such as evenings and weekends may be required as we are a Boarding School.
What We Offer
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Professional development opportunities
- Working within a team of Psychologists
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Supportive, collegial work environment
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The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in young women's lives.
Selection Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications and Professional Registration
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Degree-level qualification in Psychology
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Current general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- First Aid and CPR certification
2. Counselling and Therapeutic Skills
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Demonstrated ability to provide effective individual and group counselling to students and families addressing social, emotional, physical, and academic concerns
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with adolescent girls and their families
- Ability to work therapeutically with diverse presenting issues in a school context
3. Assessment and Intervention
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Proven capability to conduct comprehensive assessments of student needs using appropriate psychological tools and frameworks
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Ability to develop and implement evidence-based intervention strategies that enhance welfare and educational outcomes
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Experience in conducting risk and safety assessments and implementing appropriate response protocol
4. Collaborative Practice and Program Development
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Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with teaching staff, leadership, and families to provide holistic student support
- Experience designing and delivering preventative mental health programs and wellbeing initiatives
- Ability to develop and facilitate workshops on topics relevant to adolescent girls including stress management, self-esteem, study skills, healthy relationships, nutrition, and body image
5. Professional Practice Standards
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Strong organisational skills with demonstrated ability to maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case notes and documentation in accordance with professional and legal requirements
- Knowledge of mandatory reporting obligations and duty of care responsibilities
- Understanding of referral pathways and ability to connect students with appropriate external health professionals
Why Join St Hilda’s School?
Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer on-site parking, staff access to Fitness Passport, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities. Enjoy the convenience of an onsite co-located Early Learning Centre at very reasonable rates, providing peace of mind and proximity for staff with young families.
As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School.
Application Requirements
Please submit the following:
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A maximum two-page A4 written response addressing the selection criteria
- A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees
Applications should be submitted by 8.00am 14 August 2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Any questions about the position should be directed to Human Resources on [email protected]
Applications are to be submitted through the online recruitment platforms and not emailed directly.
