Etat de Vaud
Renens
School Psychologist
- 03 September 2026
- 85%
- Permanent position
About the job
Job Description
You are sensitive to issues in the field of psychology and wish to provide support to children and young people facing difficulties within the Vaud education system, join us to strengthen our team in Prilly at 55%. Concurrently, at 30%, you will also be attached to a regional special education class.
Responsibilities
- Provide specific support to school-aged children and young people experiencing emotional, relational, learning, behavioural and/or integration difficulties in order to promote their development and social, educational and professional integration.
- Support the school’s educational mission by contributing specific skills and knowledge within the institution.
- Collaborate with the school’s parents and other involved stakeholders.
Disclosure of any criminal record is required for this position.
Please submit a COMPLETE application file including CV, diplomas and work certificates.
For further information, please consult the job description by clicking here or contact Mr Florian Jaques, regional manager, who will be happy to assist you at 021 557 86 66.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in psychology and postgraduate qualification in psychology required (specialisation in child and adolescent psychology, psychotherapy, clinical psychology or neuropsychology).
- Minimum of 5 years professional experience, interest in multidisciplinary work and teamwork.
WHO ARE WE?
The Directorate General for Compulsory Education and Specialised Pedagogy (DGEO) ensures schooling for children aged 4 to 15 and special education services for young people aged 0 to 20. Our mission is to offer them the best opportunities for development, integration and learning.
Our teams bring together professionals in pedagogy, psychology, psychomotricity and speech therapy in the school environment, as well as human resources, school system organisation, administration, information systems and finance. In a rich and diverse environment, all work for and with the 93 ordinary institutions and 19 special education institutions.
Why join the State of Vaud?
The State of Vaud offers a wide variety of jobs and opportunities for career development. Working conditions are guided by themes of equality, inclusion, sustainability and professional ethics in an environment conducive to work-life balance.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our Employer State page.
- Publication Date02/09/2026 05:00
- LocationPrilly, West Lausanne, Switzerland
- Apply by12/09/2026 21:55
- Start Date1 January 2027 or to be agreed
- Salary Grade11
- Contract TypePermanent Public Law
- Work Rate85%
- AddressDirectorate General for Compulsory Education and Specialised Pedagogy
Psychology, Speech Therapy and Psychomotricity Service in the School Environment
Crenol Region
Rue de Lausanne 21
1020 Renens
