Educational Psychology Practice Adviser at Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Have you got experience as a psychologist working in education?
• Do you hold a current practicing certificate as a registered NZ educational psychologist?

• Are you committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and implementing culturally responsive practices?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting an Educational Psychology Practice Adviser to join Te Whānau o Ako Pai - School of Education on a permanent, part-time (0.5 FTE) basis.

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.

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.

The role is 20 hours a week, and the preferred start date is 01 March 2027.

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.
• Have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to implementing culturally responsive practices.
• 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.

• Have the ability to remain calm under pressure and thrive working with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.

If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page.

Close date for vacancy: 03 November 2026.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Professor Carmen Dalli, Head of School (carmen.dalli@vuw.ac.nz).

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.