Educational Psychologist – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

Psychological Consultation & Assessment

• Offer psychological consultation to schools, SENCOs, teachers, parents, carers, and partner agencies.
  
  


• Conduct specialized psychological assessments as needed.
  
  


• Perform classroom observations and evaluate learning environments.
  
  


• Provide recommendations and feedback to schools and families.
  
  


• Keep accurate records and update electronic systems as necessary.
  
  

SEND & Statutory Duties

• Deliver statutory psychological advice within designated timeframes.
  
  


• Participate in Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes.
  
  


• Attend and contribute to Annual Reviews.
  
  


• Support the Local Authority's SEND statutory responsibilities.
  
  


• Participate in SEN Panels as required.
  
  


• Assist with preparation and representation for SEND Tribunals.
  
  


• Monitor and review specialist placements when appropriate.
  
  

Early Years Support

• Offer consultation and assessment for children in Early Years settings.
  
  


• Assist parents, carers, and providers in addressing children's SEN needs.
  
  


• Contribute to multi-agency assessment processes.
  
  


• Provide advice and consultation to Early Years providers.
  
  

School Improvement & Training

• Support mainstream schools, special schools, and alternative provision settings.
  
  


• Conduct training and workshops for educational professionals.
  
  


• Promote inclusive practices and enhance learning environments.
  
  


• Aid schools in developing effective strategies for children with additional needs.
  
  

Service Development

• Engage in peer supervision and team meetings.
  
  


• Contribute to area and countywide Educational Psychology initiatives.
  
  


• Participate in continuous professional development activities.
  
  


• Support service development and project work as needed.
  
  

Essential

• Honours Degree in Psychology.
  
  


• Postgraduate Qualification in Educational Psychology.
  
  


• Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society (BPS), or eligibility to obtain it.
  
  


• HCPC Registration as an Educational Psychologist, or eligibility for registration.
  
  


• Experience working with children and young people in educational, childcare, or community settings.
  
  


• Strong knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Educational Psychology practice
    
    
  
  
  • SEND legislation and guidance
    
    
  
  
  • Psychological assessment and consultation models
    
    
  
  
  • Inclusive education
    
    
  
  


• Excellent communication, consultation, and report-writing skills.
  
  


• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience attending SEND Tribunals.
  
  


• Experience delivering training to education professionals.
  
  


• Experience supervising Trainee Educational Psychologists.
  
  


• Involvement in service development, research, or specialist projects.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• Up to £600 per day (Umbrella)
  
  


• 3 Month Contract
  
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  
  


• Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Educational Psychology Service.
  
  


• Diverse caseload across schools, SEND services, and Early Years settings.
  
  


• Opportunity to contribute to statutory assessments, consultations, tribunals, and service development initiatives.