Crossroads School invites suitably qualified and experienced therapists to apply for the post of
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY INTERN
Available from January 2027
Crossroads School, founded in 1966, is a remedial, English-medium, co-educational school for some 200 learners Grade 0-9, situated in Victory Park, and is a member of the Independent Schools Association of South Africa.
We are in search of a full-time Educational Psychology intern to join our team of school-based professionals, working under the site supervision of the Educational Psychologists. This position offers the opportunity to gain experience as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing support to learners and families in a dynamic, collaborative school environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality therapeutic services under site supervision of the Crossroads Educational Psychologists, working as an active member of the therapy team
- Conduct psycho-educational assessments and provide professional reports
- Provide intervention and therapeutic support for individual learners, small groups and class-based sessions, as well as through parent engagement and family support
- Present and participate in workshops and trainings
- Actively participate in team meetings and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Maintain high standards of professional and ethical conduct, including clinical record keeping and administration
- Initiation and development of innovative therapy programs and services
- Engage in responsibilities and duties associated with a school-based position
Requirements:
- Currently completing Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology
- Individualised intern program approved by Professional Board of Psychology before the end of 2026
- Registration with HPCSA as an intern psychologist by end of 2026
- An in-date police clearance certificate, sexual offenders register clearance, and child protection register check
- An excellent verbal and written command of the English language
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Willingness to engage with duties associated with a school-based position
CROSSROADS SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing date for Applications: 30 September 2026
Applications should be submitted, together with a detailed CV and the names of two contactable referees, to Crossroads School
caley@crossroadsschool.co.za Visit: http://www.crossroadsschool.co.za
Please note that submission of your application to Crossroads School will be used solely for the purposes of recruitment of the above-mentioned vacancy and all internal processes associated with this application. This data could be used for statutory reporting and the submission of your application confirms your consent to this. Crossroads School hereby confirms that we will ensure your data is protected as per the POPI Act.
The School reserves the right not to make an appointment and an application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Only suitably qualified and experienced applicants will be considered. If you have not received a response within three weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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