Educational Psychology Practice Adviser
5 days ago
- Have you got experience as a psychologist working in education?
- Do you hold a current practicing certificate as a registered educational psychologist in NZ?
- Are you committed to te Tiriti o Waitangi and to implementing culturally responsive practices?
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington and Te Whānau o Ako Pai - School of Education are currently recruiting a Practice Adviser in Educational Psychology to cover one of our staff on parental leave. The role requires relevant knowledge of the practice of Educational Psychology in Aotearoa New Zealand and contributes to the coordination and teaching of the Postgraduate Diploma of Educational Psychology Practice (PGDipEPP) programme.
This is a fixed-term, part-time role at 20 hours a week, until 4 March 2027. The preferred start date 5 January 2026.
Ō pūmanawa - About you
The successful candidate will hold a current practicing certificate as a registered educational psychologist in New Zealand and have considerable experience as a psychologist working in education. Applicants must have a commitment to te Tiriti o Waitangi and to implementing culturally responsive practices.
You will be a highly organised self-starter and natural relationship builder, who will build and maintain relationships with educational psychologists, the Ministry of Education, and community providers of internship placements. The ability to remain calm under pressure and thrive working with a diverse range of stakeholders is a must.
Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary.
If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.
Close date for vacancy: 16 November 2025.
Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Sue Cherrington, Tumuaki - Head of School, Te Whānau o Ako Pai - School of Education ).
How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.
We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.
Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team
Our team of Educational Psychologists and academics consists of internationally recognised scholars with expertise in a range of areas related to the practice of Educational/School Psychology. We have strong community connections, and this is fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team.
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