Location: Cape Town, South Africa
School: Reddam House Atlantic Seaboard (Inspired Education Group)
Application Closing Date: Not specified
About the School:
Reddam House Atlantic Seaboard is a premium private school offering holistic, innovative education from Age 1 to Grade 12, situated in Green Point, Cape Town. It emphasizes a supportive, family-like environment with a blend of local and international educational best practices.
Role Summary:
The Educational Psychologist promotes the well-being and academic progress of students through counselling, assessment, collaboration with teachers and parents, and specialist referrals. The role involves individual and group counselling, managing student accommodations with IEB, crisis intervention, and contributing to professional development within the school.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead individual and group counselling sessions.
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Collaborate with student support and leadership teams to ensure a safe, supportive school environment.
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Maintain professional records and reports of counselling sessions.
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Manage student IEB accommodations and liaise with IEB.
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Provide crisis intervention and specialist referrals.
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Conduct screening and diagnostic assessments related to neurodevelopmental and learning needs.
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Recommend strategies for overcoming learning barriers and socio-emotional challenges in collaboration with teachers and parents.
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Contribute to teacher professional development regarding mental health and student support.
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Support Life Orientation teaching and broader school community initiatives.
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Maintain professional conduct, punctuality, and communication standards.
Candidate Requirements:
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Passion for educational psychology and student wellbeing.
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Adherence to professional ethical codes.
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Strong care for student and team welfare.
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Ability to set clear goals and drive performance.
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Adaptable and high-performing team member.
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Excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills.
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Ability to build trust with teenagers.
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Proficient with ICT tools for record keeping.
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Minimum 3 years counselling experience, preferably with teenagers in an IEB school environment.