Psychologist

Toongabbie Christian College is a Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational College in the western suburbs of Sydney. The College is a ministry of Toongabbie Baptist Church. Our purpose is to function as a Christian community in supporting families by providing quality education to develop the whole person in a Christ-centred, caring environment for life and eternity. Toongabbie Christian College seeks to appoint a Psychologist who will:

• Maintain a commitment to a faithful walk with the Lord Jesus Christ
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to the College’s Purpose and Purpose statements
• Commit to a growing understanding of the place of education, teaching and learning from a Biblical Worldview
• Set an example to students, staff and parents/carers in matters of faith and conduct

The Role

• This is a maternity leave temporary full-time/part time role commencing 13 September 2024 and concluding 26 September 2025
• School Psychologist Level 1 – School Psychologist Advanced Certification in accordance with the NSW Christian Schools General Staff MEA $95317 – $151742 based on qualifications and experience
• Role description available at www.tcc.nsw.edu.au

Specific Criteria

• Maintain formal, accredited qualifications and licensing with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency AHPRA)
• Toongabbie Christian College acknowledges the importance of continuing professional development (CPD) in enhancing the competence and expertise of Psychologists. Funding resourcing is provided to accommodate the Psychologist in accessing clinical peer supervision

Application documentation must include:

• Completed and signed Toongabbie Christian College Teaching Staff Employment Application Form available at www.tcc.nsw.edu.au
• Full CV to demonstrate suitability for the position, including qualifications, relevant experience, current position responsibilities and employment history
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Current Working With Children Check or an ability to obtain such a check
• Evidence of a First Aid credential or a commitment to obtain such a credential by the commencement date

Application process

• Only applicants eligible to work in Australia may apply for this position
• Submit application via email only – employment@tcc.nsw.edu.au
• Indicate in subject line the following: Application: Psychologist
• All documentation submitted as a single PDF document
• Specific enquiries regarding this position may be addressed to Ms Aimee McCarthy amccarthy@tcc.nsw.edu.au

Selection process

• This vacancy does not have a closing date and will close when a suitable applicant is found
• Interviews may commence upon receipt of suitable applicants

The College as a Safe School Organisation actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all children. We are committed to protecting children from abuse or harm, in accordance with our legal and ethical obligations including Child Safe Standards. All applicants need to have a current Working with Children Check or be eligible to obtain a WWCC by the time employment commences.