Child & Educational Psychologist - Championing Learning

Cheshire West and Chester; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

HCPC fees paid

Soulbury Scale A3-11 (SPAs)

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Professional development & supervision

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council is expanding its Child & Educational Psychology Service to meet rising demand. We welcome applicants at various career stages, including CEPs and TEPs in Year 3, with HCPC registration or eligibility.

The role offers a supportive environment and a strong focus on evidence-based practice and inter-agency collaboration. Posts are permanent with hybrid working arrangements, and the service provides ongoing professional development, supervision and a generous

Qualifications

• All applicants must be registered with the HCPC or eligible to be so once qualified.
• Applications welcome from TEPs currently in Year 3, qualified CEPs and CEPs returning to the profession.
• Prior experience in educational psychology within schools, families and multi-agency settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide an applied psychology service to schools, colleges, early years settings and families.
• Promote inclusion and maximise achievement of young people through theory-based strategies.
• Contribute to multi-agency partnerships to ensure effective work for CYP and families.
• Support schools in meeting SEND legislation and related policies and procedures.
• Contribute to training, policies and practices for the Council and local partners.

Skills

HCPC registration

Education

CEP/TEP eligibility or qualification

Job description

Cheshire West and Chester Council is expanding its Child & Educational Psychology Service to meet rising demand. We welcome applicants at various career stages, including CEPs and TEPs in Year 3, with HCPC registration or eligibility.

The role offers a supportive environment and a strong focus on evidence-based practice and inter-agency collaboration. Posts are permanent with hybrid working arrangements, and the service provides ongoing professional development, supervision and a generous