Educational Psychologist

NFP PEOPLE; London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

Educational Psychologist

We are looking for an Educational Psychologist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team that provides educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.

Position: Educational Psychologist

Location: West London (office-based)

Salary: £57,072 - £64,623 per annum (£54,218 – £61,391 actual/pro-rata)

Hours: Full-Time (36 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)

Closing Date: 11.59pm on Tuesday 22nd April 2025

The Role

The Educational Psychologist at the Education Hub will provide specialist psychological assessments and trauma-informed interventions to children and young people affected by the Grenfell Tragedy. The role focuses on helping students overcome barriers to learning, supporting emotional resilience, and working closely with families and schools to enhance their wellbeing.

You will:

1. Conduct psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and behavioural development.
2. Provide one-to-one and group interventions to support emotional regulation and resilience.
3. Deliver trauma-informed approaches to schools, ensuring students receive the best educational support.
4. Offer expert advice to teachers, parents, and other professionals on how to foster inclusive learning environments.
5. Support students during key transitions, from early years to post-16 pathways, equipping them with lifelong learning strategies.
6. Develop and lead training programmes for schools, families, and professionals on mental health, trauma recovery, and behaviour management.

About You

1. Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology and registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).
2. Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and experience working with children affected by adverse experiences.
3. Expertise in conducting psychological assessments and developing Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) in line with UK SEND guidelines.
4. Ability to provide strategic advice to schools on behaviour, learning support, and emotional wellbeing.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for working with diverse communities.
6. Culturally competent, with an ability to tailor interventions to meet the needs of families from diverse backgrounds.
7. A commitment to inclusive education, safeguarding children, and supporting long-term recovery.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (2 sides A4 maximum) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure this is submitted as one document.

About the organisation:

The Grenfell 'Education Hub' will open later this year to serve those most affected by the Grenfell Tower tragedy. The hub will provide educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.

A consultation process in 2023 and 2024 about the needs of the community and the bereaved and survivors led to proposals for an educational ‘hub’. This will comprise a wide range of professionals including four specialist teachers, an Educational Psychologist, a Speech and Language Therapist, an Occupational Therapist, a Careers Coordinator, and a Family Support Worker. Their time will be divided between direct work with children and families in the ‘Hub’, and support for local schools. The activity of the hub aims to:

1. Provide good quality educational support to as many children and young people as possible
2. Build the skills and confidence of children and young people, their families, and education staff in local schools
3. Develop strong relationships with those most affected by the Grenfell Tower fire
4. Accurately assess its impact

Diversity & Inclusion: The Education Hub is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all backgrounds.