Educational Psychologist

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health support services

GP access 24/7

Flu vaccination

Mental Health First Aiders

Wellbeing Day

Job summary

Enhance Academy Trust is seeking an outstanding Educational Psychologist to join our growing Trust and shape inclusive practice across our family of schools. You will provide high-quality educational psychology services, supporting pupils, families, school leaders and staff through consultation, assessment, training, intervention and strategic development to improve outcomes for children with SEND.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a collaborative culture with dedicated wellbeing

Qualifications

• Hold appropriate Educational Psychology qualifications.
• Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality educational psychology services across the Trust.
• Consult, assess, train, intervene, and develop strategies with schools.
• Strengthen inclusive culture and improve outcomes for children and young people, esp. with SEND.

Education

Educational Psychology qualifications

HCPC registration

Job description

Educational Psychologist | £61,963 – £69,957, plus up to 3 SPA points pro rata | Enhance Academy Trust

Educational Psychologist

Enhance Academy Trust

Start Date: January 2027

Salary: Solbury Scale B, Points 3-8 (£61,963 – £69,957), plus up to 3 SPA points
Contract: Term Time Only + 15 Days (negotiable) or All Year Round
Hours: 0.6FTE (3 days per week)

Enhance Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an outstanding Educational Psychologist to join our growing Trust and play a key role in shaping inclusive practice across our family of schools. We are committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of need, background, or starting point, receives an excellent education and the opportunity to thrive.

Working alongside our SEND and Inclusion Lead, you will provide high-quality educational psychology services across the Trust, supporting pupils, families, school leaders, SENCOs, and staff teams. Through consultation, assessment, training, intervention, and strategic development work, you will help strengthen our inclusive culture and improve outcomes for children and young people, particularly those with SEND and additional vulnerabilities.

We are looking for a talented and forward-thinking professional with the expertise to identify and promote best practice, the confidence to challenge and support colleagues, and the passion to make a meaningful difference to the lives of pupils and families.

The successful candidate will:

• Champion inclusive practice across our schools and Trust.
• Work directly with children, young people, families, and staff to improve outcomes.
• Support the development of high-quality SEND and inclusion provision.
• Build strong partnerships with Local Authorities, schools, academies, and professional networks.
• Contribute strategically to the ongoing development of the Trust’s inclusion offer.
• Deliver training and professional development that builds capacity within schools.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Educational Psychologist who shares our ambition and vision for inclusive education and is passionate about creating positive change at both an individual and organisational level as part of a Trust.

Applicants must hold appropriate Educational Psychology qualifications and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

At Enhance Academy Trust, we value our people and are committed to creating a supportive culture where everyone can flourish. We offer a collaborative working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and an excellent package of wellbeing benefits.

Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive physical and mental health support services.
• 24/7 GP access for employees and members of their household.
• Free annual flu vaccination.
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in every setting.
• An annual paid Wellbeing Day dedicated to supporting your personal health and wellbeing.

Closing Date: Friday 18 th September

Join us and help shape an inclusive future where every child can achieve, belong, and thrive.

Educational Psychologist | £61,963 – £69,957, plus up to 3 SPA points pro rata | Enhance Academy Trust

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