Psychology Team Lead

About the role

Learning Links, which has supported children with learning difficulties for over 50 years, is looking for a Psychology Team Lead based in Bella Vista. You will lead a team of 6 to 8 registered and provisional psychologists, keep your own clinical practice and help turn understanding of children's needs into practical support for children and families. The work spans the clinic, schools and online, covering specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD, global developmental delay, emotional and social wellbeing and family support.

Key responsibilities

• Shape the psychology service by working with the Head of Allied Health and Operations and the Principal Psychologist to strengthen clinical practice, workforce capability and service delivery.
• Lead the people and day-to-day performance of the psychology team.
• Develop the team through coaching, case discussions, induction and constructive feedback.
• Maintain a 40% caseload delivering assessments and interventions within your scope of practice.
• Support consistent care, with sound clinical judgement, timely reports and clear communication with families and schools.
• Collaborate on caseloads and service delivery, set clear expectations and address concerns early.
• Innovate with other allied health professionals to develop new programs, assessment pathways and resources.

Required profile

• Current general registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• At least five years' experience as a generally registered psychologist.
• Experience in child assessment and intervention, with an interest in learning and neurodevelopment.
• Experience mentoring or developing colleagues, sound clinical judgement and clear, compassionate communication.
• Evidence-based, strengths-based and neurodiversity-affirming practice; Autism assessment experience is desirable but not essential.
• Board-approved supervisor status is desirable but not essential.

What we offer

• Clinical supervision with the Principal Psychologist.
• Eight development days a year: four professional and four leadership.
• Leadership coaching and a People Leader program.
• University partnerships with access to training and research.
• Salary packaging of up to $18,549 a year for eligible employees.
• 12 weeks' employer-paid parental leave, on top of the government scheme.
• Flexible hours and days, including working from home where the role allows.
• A free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.