Educational Psychologist

Sanctuary Personnel; England; Hybrid; GBP 192,000 - 251,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Working

Locum Variety

Supportive Network

Continuous Professional Development

Flexible Working

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a Surrey-based locum role. The position offers flexible full-time or part-time hours, with remote working options and a competitive rate of £1,200 per assignment, designed to fit around your availability.

You will undertake psychological assessments, provide expert advice for EHC plans and EHCP reviews, and collaborate with schools, families and multi-agency partners.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Educational Psychology or equivalent qualification.
• Eligible to practice as an Educational Psychologist within the UK.
• Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) desirable.
• Registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experience working as an Educational Psychologist in education, local authority, or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Undertake psychological assessments of children and young people with learning, developmental, behavioural, social, or emotional needs.
• Provide high-quality psychological advice to support EHC needs assessments and statutory processes.
• Engage in consultation and intervention planning with parents, schools, SENCOs, and partner agencies.
• Develop and implement evidence-based strategies to foster learning, emotional wellbeing, behaviour, resilience, and inclusion.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive support.

Education

Doctorate in Educational Psychology

Eligible to practice as an Educational Psychologist in the UK

Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) desirable

Job description

Are you looking for an exhilarating opportunity as an Educational Psychologist in Surrey? This locum position offers the perfect blend of flexibility and challenge, allowing you to utilise your specialist skills to make a real difference. With a generous earning potential of £1200 per assignment, this ongoing role can be tailored to fit either full-time or part-time availability.

Perks and benefits

• Remote Working: Embrace the freedom of remote working, allowing you to maintain a comfortable work-life balance while having a meaningful impact.
• Locum Variety: Enjoy the variety that locum work brings, offering new experiences and opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Supportive Network: Be part of a supportive network of professionals dedicated to making a difference in young people’s lives.
• Continuous Professional Development: Access to continuous professional development, ensuring you remain at the forefront of educational psychology.
• Flexible Working: Benefit from the flexibilities of working part-time or full-time, adapting to your lifestyle preferences while diversifying your experience.

What you will do

• Undertake psychological assessments of children and young people experiencing learning, developmental, behavioural, social, or emotional challenges.
• Provide high-quality psychological advice to support Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs), EHCP reviews, and statutory processes.
• Engage in consultation and intervention planning with parents, carers, schools, SENCOs, and partner agencies.
• Develop and implement evidence-based strategies to foster learning, emotional wellbeing, behaviour, resilience, and inclusion.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams including education, health, social care, and SEND professionals to deliver comprehensive support.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a Doctorate in Educational Psychology or an equivalent qualification.
• Eligible to practice as an Educational Psychologist within the UK.
• Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) is desirable.

Registration and Compliance

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experience working as an Educational Psychologist within education, local authority, or related settings.
• Proven track record contributing to EHCP assessments and statutory SEND processes.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with schools, families, and multi-agency partners.

Located in the heart of Surrey, this role not only opens doors to professional growth but also places you in a region renowned for its beautiful countryside, historic towns, and vibrant community. With excellent transport links to London and the charm of rural England on your doorstep, Surrey offers the perfect blend for both work and play. Join us and enjoy the benefits of life in this dynamic and picturesque setting.

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