Child & Adolescent Psychologist
Founded in 1924, the Ecole Internationale de Genève (Ecolint) welcomes 4,500 students aged 3 to 18, representing more than 130 nationalities. Our 1,250 staff from all over the world work on our three campuses (La Grande Boissière and Campus des Nations in Geneva, La Châtaigneraie in the canton of Vaud).
In our 7 schools, our students benefit from international teaching and bilingual supervision of the highest quality.
To fulfil our mission of "Educating students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together", every member of staff can draw inspiration from our hundred years of experience, our constant drive to innovate, and our strong humanitarian values. Through our Ecolint Institute, we are committed to provide our staff with excellent professional development opportunities.
The La Châtaigneraie Campus is set amidst the picturesque rolling farms and villages of Founex overlooking Lake Geneva. With a mix of historic and new buildings, the campus welcomes around 1,600 students across Primary and Secondary schools. We are an IB World School also offering the Swiss Maturité. Our programmes are based on the IB ‘Learner Profile’, helping students become thoughtful, grounded, responsible, and caring global citizens.
La Châtaigneraie (Secondary)
CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGIST
La Châtaigneraie Campus – Secondary School
Support students with personal, social, and academic development to foster an inclusive and well-balanced learning environment.
Key Facts:
- Campus: La Châtaigneraie – Founex (Secondary School)
- Department: Student Support Services
- Contract Type : Temporary contract (January to June 2027, with possibility of extension for the 2027/2028 school year)
- Working hours : Part-time (20 hours per week, 40 weeks per year)
- Start Date : January 11th, 2027
- Reference : 200 025
- Application Deadline : October 15th, 2026
Your Role and Responsibilities:
The candidate will work with individual students and groups of students, parents, staff, and teachers to support students with personal and social developmental issues, academic difficulties, and other concerns. He/she will provide a wide array of services to children, ranging from assessment and diagnosis to crisis intervention and support.
- Work in collaboration with the teaching team, parents, and families to provide support and advice to students.
- Work closely with all Secondary School staff to provide support and advice for inclusion.
- Work closely with students and the teaching team of Support Services (Learning Support and Extended Support Programme).
- Identify needs for assessment and support the school team and family with appropriate referral to external professionals; liaise and work with outside specialists in the follow-up of specific situations.
- Provide programmes in class and small groups to support the social and emotional growth and development of students.
Who we are looking for:
Qualifications and Experience:
- Master in Clinical Child and Adolescence Psychology.
- A licence to practise psychology in Canton de Vaud.
- At least 5 years’ experience working with children/adolescents in a multicultural environment.
- Knowledge of local agencies/resources surrounding children’s issues in general and mental health in particular is essential.
- English or French fluency with an excellent working knowledge of the other language (C1 level).
Personal attributes:
- Empathetic, rigorous, and adaptable.
- Sensitive to diversity and multiculturalism.
- Able to work well within multidisciplinary teams.
How to apply:
Please apply online through our recruitment platform, including:
- An up-to-date CV
- A letter of motivation
- The contact details for three references (including your current or most recent employer).
Applications must be submitted to Mrs Soraya Sayed Hassen, Campus and Secondary School Principal at La Châtaigneraie, by October 15th, 2026 mentioning reference number 200 025.
Note
The Ecole Internationale de Genève values and encourages diversity among its staff. We therefore welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous checks on their prior conduct with regard to Child Protection as appropriate to their position, including reference checking with previous employers and the relevant authorities.