Psychologist Early Childhood

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Psychologist specialising in Early Childhood to support the emotional, cognitive, and developmental wellbeing of young children. The role focuses on assessment, intervention, and collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote healthy development and early intervention outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and observations for young children within early childhood settings
  

• Design and implement individualised intervention and support plans
  

• Provide early identification and intervention for developmental, behavioural, and emotional needs
  

• Work collaboratively with teachers, learning support teams, and parents to support child development
  

• Deliver guidance, strategies, and psychoeducation to families and educators
  

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, reports, and case records
  

• Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and child support planning
  

• Ensure ethical practice, confidentiality, and safeguarding standards at all times
  

• Support inclusive education practices and child wellbeing initiatives
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Psychology (Clinical, Educational, or Developmental) or equivalent
  

• Professional licensure or eligibility for licensure in the relevant jurisdiction
  

• Demonstrated experience working with young children (typically ages 0–6)
  

• Strong understanding of early childhood development, assessment tools, and intervention strategies
  

• Experience working in educational, clinical, or early childhood environments
  

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
  

• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and professionals
  

Skills & Competencies

• Child -centred and developmentally appropriate practice
  

• Strong assessment and reporting capabilities
  

• Empathy, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity
  

• Ability to manage sensitive cases with discretion and care
  

• Organisational skills and attention to detail
  

• Commitment to ethical and evidence -based practice
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience in early intervention or inclusive education settings
  

• Familiarity with developmental screening tools and behavioural frameworks
  

• Experience supporting children with additional learning or developmental needs
  

• Multilingual capability is an advantage