Educational Psychologist

Red Personnel; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Educational Psychologist to enhance the achievement and wellbeing of children, particularly those with Special Educational Needs. This role involves providing psychological support and advice to schools, delivering targeted services, and collaborating with colleagues to develop evidence-based practices. With a focus on making a tangible difference in children's lives, this position offers flexibility and the chance to work within a supportive local authority environment. If you are driven to support children's educational journeys, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing psychological support to children with SEN.
• Ability to deliver training and development for educational staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological advice and support to schools and SEND departments.
• Monitor and evaluate interventions to improve educational outcomes.

Skills

Psychological Assessment

SEN Legislation Knowledge

Consultation Skills

Intervention Strategies

Staff Training

Education

Doctorate in Educational Psychology

Postgraduate Qualification in Psychology

Job description

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Department: Children’s Services – Education

Sector : Local Authority

Location: West London

High level of flexibility ( 2 - 4 days per week )

Overview:

Purpose: Enhance the achievement and wellbeing of children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or other learning barriers. As an Educational Psychologist you will provide psychological support and advice to schools and the SEND department.

Responsibilities

• Offer high-quality statutory psychological advice as per SEN legislation and the Code of Practice (2014).
• Advise on cases for the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDisT) and provide evidence at hearings.
• Deliver targeted psychological services, including consultation, assessment, and intervention, to a designated group of schools.
• Provide staff development and training to ensure high-quality teaching and support for all students.
• Monitor and evaluate school interventions, sharing examples of good practice.
• Contribute to the annual analysis of the Borough Educational Psychology Service’s outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop evidence-based practices that improve social and learning opportunities for children.

This role is perfect for those passionate about making a tangible difference in children’s lives and supporting their educational journey.

If you have the skills, experience and the passion to support the wellbeing of children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a local authority setting providing support and advice to schools and the SEND department across the borough, please submit your CV now for immediate review

Interviews to take place as soon as possible with a view to start thereafter.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Government Administration and Non-profit Organizations

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