Educational Psychologist (23 Months Temp) - Admin Base: County Buildings, Ayr - SOA10795

Location: Council Headquarters Wellington Square Ayr Ayrshire, KA7 1DR

Salary: £56,763 - £72,204 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

What is the role?

This post offers the opportunity to join a dynamic Educational Psychology Service whose vision is of ‘equity, excellence and empowerment through psychology’. We have a passionate commitment to applying psychological research to improve the educational outcomes of all children and young people, especially those who are vulnerable.

As a service we have a strong focus on early intervention and prevention, reducing the poverty related attainment gap, and developing nurture approaches across a variety of sectors including early years, primary, secondary and specialist educational provisions. We have a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of children who are care experienced. The Service actively encourages and supports innovative and creative practice. Educational psychologists work across all levels within the local authority from direct work with young people and families (0-25 years old) to capacity building with staff, and strategic development and implementation.

The service has a strong commitment to supporting continuing professional development for all staff. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified psychologists. If you wish to discuss this 23-month post further, please contact Carole Campbell on 01292 612819.

This post is temporary for 23 months.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU DETAIL A MINIMUM OF TWO REFEREES ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM.

This post is considered to be Regulated Work with children as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. Accordingly, the preferred candidate will be required to become a member of the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update if already a Scheme member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 12 March 2025.