Educational Psychologist

Educational Psychologist | Support | Children | Young People | Education | SEN | SEND

Do you have strong Educational Psychology experience and a passion for supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disbalities?

An exciting Educational Psychologist opportunity has come up with one of our UK County Council partners. The ideal candidate will act as consultant on Psychological matters with parents, carers, teachers, and other professionals working with children and young people.

By contributing to improving the quality of education provided by maintained schools and academies in the County for those with SEN by:

• Providing psychological advice (including statutory advice) to SEN services and other officers for children and young people aged 0 – 25.
• Providing psychological advice and support to communities, school, parents, children and young people.
• Contributing to multi – agency support for children and young people.

CONTRACT DETAILS:

• Job Title: Educational Psychologist
• Competitive Day Rate
• Location: Remote
• Duration: 6 months+ (highly likely to extend)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Act as consultant on Psychological matters within local education.
• Work with staff in Education and Inclusion branch in order to contribute to school effectiveness.
• Prepare and maintain written records.
• You must be able to provide statutory advice to LA’s in accordance with the SEN code of practice.
• You must be willing to attend SEN and disability tribunals as required by the LA.

WHAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Candidates would need to commit to an absolute minimum of 2 assessments per month, and also commit up until March 2025.
• All EP's must have 3 years of experience to practice as a contractor.
• Candidates need a PHD / Doctorate or Masters in Educational Psychology - or equivalent.
• Candidates must be able to provide 2 anonymous reports for the client to read with CV submission.
• Whilst in the role, all reports will be read and checked - critiqued where necessary.

If this sounds like the role for you, and you have a knowledge and passion for Educational Psychology, please apply with your most up-to-date CV for immediate review.

Educational Psychologist | Support | Children | Young People | Education | SEN | SEND