Since 1899, Mentone Girls’ Grammar has been dedicated to nurturing the minds and hearts of young women with purpose and integrity. Our motto, Vero Nihil Verius - Nothing Truer Than Truth - continues to guide our students as they grow into confident, capable, and compassionate women who shape their own futures.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced School Psychologist / Counsellor to join our dynamic Student Wellbeing Team from Term 2, 2026, on a part time (FTE 0.40) basis. 

In this vital role, you’ll provide counselling and wellbeing support to students, working closely with staff and families to foster a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment. You’ll also contribute to the design and delivery of preventative wellbeing programs that help girls thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About You
You are an empathetic and skilled professional who:

• Has experience supporting the wellbeing of young people
• Understands the emotional development and unique needs of girls
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with students, staff and parents
• Is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of others

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology (Educational & Developmental Psychology preferred) OR equivalent qualification in Counselling, Social Work or related field.
• Full registration with AHPRA (Psychologist) or membership with an accredited body (ACA, AASW).
• Minimum 3 years of counselling experience with young people, ideally within a school or educational context.
• Experience with psychoeducational assessments and report writing (for psychologists).
• Demonstrated experience in delivering mental health and wellbeing programs.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check.

If you’re an empathetic professional who thrives on building genuine connections and supporting young people to reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications, addressed to the Principal, Ms Lauren Perfect, should include a full Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three professional referees.  Applications will only be accepted via the link below. 

Suitable applicants may be interviewed as they apply.

The closing date for applications is Friday 10 April at 4:00pm.

Commitment to Child Safety
* Mentone Girls’ Grammar School is committed to and promotes the safety, wellbeing, inclusion, participation and empowerment of all children, including Aboriginal children, children with a disability and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. 
* Mentone Girls’ Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. To create and maintain a child safe school, Mentone Girls’ Grammar apply Child Safe Standards.
* Mentone Girls' Grammar School has rigorous human resources and recruitment practices for all its staff and volunteers. All of our people, including volunteers and contractors, are required to hold a current Working with Children Check or current VIT Registration as well as undergo an identity check.