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The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls which is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter, CV with names of three contactable references, copy of the highest qualification(s) and the copy of identity. Interested candidates must register their profile at www.pnet.co.za.
Starting Date | Hiring Department | This Position Reports to | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
June 1, 2026 | Student Affairs | Senior Educational Psychologist and Head of Student Affairs | Info not provided |
The Educational Psychologist provides comprehensive learner support through a cognitive, social, emotional, and developmental framework, prioritizing the holistic development of each learner as mandated by the HPCSA. This includes implementing psychological interventions, assessing learning needs, and working collaboratively towards educational outcomes. By offering emotional, social, and resilience-building
guidance, the psychologist ensures students are equipped to thrive both academically and personally. Through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, the psychologist develops tailored interventions to promote academic performance, mental
health, and personal growth, supporting the Academy’s mission to cultivate wellrounded, resilient individuals.
● Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology.
● Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
● Up-to-date CPD profile.
● Proven experience working with vulnerable children and adolescents with a
history of trauma experiences.
● 3 years’ experience as an Educational Psychologist post registration with the
Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
● Proven experience working with children and trauma.
● Experience in therapeutic interventions and psychometric assessments.
● Experience in promoting the holistic well-being and development of all
students, academically, psychologically, and socially.
● Proven experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team.
● PGCE serves as an added advantage.
● Demonstrated ability to provide specialist psychological services within a
learning environment;
● Ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships;
● Commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience through
service delivery excellence;
● Ability to effectively convey complex technical issues or concepts to all
stakeholders;
● Team player with strong interpersonal skills;
● Solution-oriented with strong analytical and statistical skills;
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentations and
proposals;
● Attention to quality, accuracy and detail orientation;
● Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines;
● Proven ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality;
● Excellent administration skills;
● Superior planning and organisational skills;
● Knowledge of trauma informed work;
● Developmental and Educational Expertise;
● Knowledge of relevant therapeutic modalities and interventions tailored to
children and adolescents;
● Knowledge and ability to administer, score and interpret psychological
assessments to inform the development of suitable intervention plans and
recommendations;
● Cultural sensitivity and Inclusivity;
● Crisis intervention and management;
● Ability to work with the highest integrity and ethics adhering to OWLAG policies
and regulations;
● Act with the highest integrity and always uphold the Academy’s standards and
values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility and
Accountability);
● Willingness to
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