1 year contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• The Educational Psychologist will work collaboratively with schools, families, and a range of professionals to support the educational, emotional, and psychological development of children and young people.
• The role involves the application of psychological theory and research to identify and overcome barriers to learning, improve outcomes, and promote inclusion.
• The postholder will undertake statutory responsibilities, including contributions to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments, as well as provide consultation, assessment, intervention, and training as part of a traded or core service.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Provide psychological consultation, assessment, and intervention for children and young people experiencing difficulties with learning, behaviour, and social or emotional development.
• Contribute to the statutory assessment process, offering psychological advice as part of Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments.
• Work collaboratively with schools, early years settings, families, and multi-agency professionals to promote positive outcomes and early intervention.
• Support schools and settings with strategies for inclusion, behaviour management, emotional wellbeing, and SEND provision.
• Deliver training, workshops, and capacity-building sessions for school staff, parents, and carers.
• Engage in action research, development projects, and service evaluation to inform and improve practice.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records and reports in line with legal and professional standards.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to team planning, peer supervision, and continuous professional development.
• Manage time effectively to balance statutory responsibilities with traded work and developmental activities.
Skills/Experience:
• Experience of working with children and young people across a range of educational settings.
• Strong knowledge of psychological theories relevant to education, learning, development, and emotional wellbeing.
• Understanding of SEND legislation, the Code of Practice, and statutory requirements relating to EHC plans.
• Excellent communication, consultation, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver high-quality written reports with clear, evidence-based recommendations.
• Commitment to inclusive education and the promotion of positive mental health.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
• Experience of using evidence-based interventions and tools in assessment and planning.
Additional Information:
• Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology (Doctorate or equivalent) and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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