Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist to lead a growing Educational Psychology Service (EPS). The role combines strategic leadership with direct supervision of teams and ongoing professional development.

You will lead educational psychology teams, promote inclusion for vulnerable children, and apply psychological principles to SEND and at-risk students. Training and research to strengthen early intervention across education and social care settings

Qualifications

• Strong background in educational psychology with the ability to apply psychological principles.
• Experience leading and supporting teams in complex situations.
• Inclusion of children in vulnerable situations, including those involved in youth justice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise educational psychology teams and senior leadership.
• Promote social inclusion and social justice for all Nottinghamshire children and young people.
• Apply psychological principles to support SEND, children in care, and those at risk of exclusion.
• Engage in training, research, and project work to enhance early intervention across settings.
• Collaborate with the Principal Educational Psychologist to shape and develop the EPS.

Skills

Educational psychology

Team leadership

Communication

Professional development

Job description

Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist

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Nottinghamshire County Council is looking for a Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist to lead our well established and growing Educational Psychology Service (EPS). Our team is strong, supportive, and committed to working closely together on shared priorities. We have a dynamic mix of experienced and newly qualified educational psychologists, as well as Trainee and Assistant EPs.

As a Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist, you will:

• Lead and support our educational psychology teams, providing guidance and supervision to our Senior Leadership Team.
• Promote social inclusion and social justice for all Nottinghamshire children and young people, especially those in vulnerable situations.
• Apply psychological principles to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), children in care, and those at risk of exclusion from education.
• Engage in training, research, and project work to enhance early intervention and high-quality support across educational and social care settings.
• Collaborate with the Principal Educational Psychologist to shape and develop the EPS.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A strong background in educational psychology, with the ability to apply psychological principles effectively.
• Experience in leading and supporting teams in complex situations.
• The ability to make informed decisions and facilitate problem-solving.
• A commitment to promoting the inclusion of children in vulnerable situations, including those involved in the youth justice system.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• A collaborative approach to leadership, valuing teamwork and shared goals.
• Resilience in the face of challenges, maintaining a positive outlook.
• Strong communication skills, enabling effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and learning.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we provide:

• Regular psychological supervision and the chance to be part of a collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunities to lead and shape an expanding Educational Psychology Service, fulfilling a range of service activities, including statutory duties.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• The chance to join and lead strategic projects across the Local Area SEND Partnership and other collaborative initiatives.
• Supportive and flexible working arrangements tailored to meet your needs, with a typical week including a mix of online and in-person activities.

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Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on beingaccredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme)we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.