Educational Psychologist
Educational Psychologist
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22-05-2025
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Job Description
34 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Educational Psychologist to support children and young people aged 0 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
The role involves delivering statutory and nonstatutory psychological services using a range of evidenceinformed approaches in accordance with the Children and Families Act and the SEND Code of Practice.
The postholder will work flexibly across individual group and systems levels to promote positive outcomes and inclusive practices.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Undertake psychological assessments for statutory and nonstatutory purposes.
Deliver settingbased consultation advice and interventions using a range of tools and methodologies.
Provide psychological advice for Education Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
Maintain a personal caseload ensuring timely delivery of highquality assessments.
Work collaboratively with schools families and multiagency professionals.
Contribute to training service development and team planning.
Maintain accurate records and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
Participate in the supervision of Trainee or Assistant Psychologists as required.
Support continuous improvement through reflective practice and quality assurance.
Deliver presentations or training tailored to a range of stakeholders.
Skills/Experience:
Experience working at individual group and systemic levels in educational settings.
Ability to assess and understand the needs of children and young people aged 0 25.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including report writing.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multiagency context.
Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology.
Competent ICT user including Microsoft Word Excel and case management systems.
Ability to work flexibly and travel independently.
Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society.
Experience supervising trainees or junior staff.
Knowledge of inclusive practice models and multiagency working.
Additional Information:
Parttime role 21 Hr/week.
Postgraduate professional qualification as an Educational Psychologist (BPS accredited).
HCPC registration (or eligibility for registration).
Enhanced DBS is required for this role.
Experience working at individual, group, and systemic levels in educational settings. Ability to assess and understand the needs of children and young people aged 0 25. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-agency context. Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology. Competent ICT user, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and case management systems. Ability to work flexibly and travel independently. Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society. Experience supervising trainees or junior staff. Knowledge of inclusive practice models and multi-agency working.
Education
Postgraduate professional qualification as an Educational Psychologist (BPS accredited). HCPC registration (or eligibility for registration).
Employment Type
Full Time
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