Educational Psychologist

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Ipswich is seeking an Educational Psychologist to enhance community services. The role entails creative application of psychology in collaboration with health trusts, schools, and various agencies. Candidates should have the required professional registration and experience in innovative psychological practices. The position offers competitive pay, professional development, and flexible working options, ensuring a supportive environment for impactful community work.

Benefits

LG or NHS pension

Generous relocation package

Flexible working options

Performance-related annual pay progression

Qualifications

• Must be professionally qualified and HCPC registered.
• Experience in applying psychology in diverse settings.
• Ability to adopt innovative and therapeutic approaches.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychology in innovative ways to improve community services.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to promote positive change.
• Provide therapeutic support and develop person-centred strategies.

Skills

Solution-focused strategies

Person-centred approaches

Therapeutic approaches

Online tools and digital technologies

Education

Professionally qualified and HCPC registered

Job description

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU, Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ
• Salary: Soulbury A Scale Points 4 to 9 - £49,789 - £59,807 per annum (pro rata for part time) Plus 3 SPA points, point 1 awarded after one year and point 2 after two years
• Hours: 37 hours per week (part time hours can be considered)
• Contract: Permanent

Imagine a career where your ideas shape the future, your work directly impacts your community, and your growth is supported at every step. That's what we offer at Suffolk County Council. As our new Educational Psychologist within our vibrant Psychology and Therapeutic Services team, you'll be at the forefront of reimagining how local government can serve and improve lives. Join us, and let's reimagine the possibilities together.

Role and Responsibilities

In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to creatively apply psychology in a dynamic service renowned for its award‑winning early intervention and consultative work. Our partnerships span health trusts, youth justice, virtual school, early years, education, skills and learning, and adoption services. Psychological principles drive our practice to optimise outcomes for children and families.

For more information about our work please visit:

• Psychology and Therapeutic Services (suffolk.gov.uk)

Why Join Us

• Innovation at the core: Help develop our values‑based practice through creative workstreams, progressive practice and partnership working.
• Collaborative culture: Work systemically with our multi‑agency partners to drive positive change. We champion consultation, person‑centred approaches, evidence‑based practice, and therapeutic support.
• Varied and rewarding: Be part of an evolving community‑based service that places children and families at the heart. We promote innovative applications of psychology to promote impactful outcomes.
• Professional development: Benefit from HCPC reimbursement, generous CPD, quality supervision and links with EP Doctorate/Masters courses.

You will

• adopt solution‑focused strategies
• proactively develop inclusive, person‑centred, strengths‑based approaches
• show enthusiasm for delivering therapeutic approaches
• skilfully utilise consultation to achieve collaborative solutions
• confidently apply online tools and digital technologies.

You will need to be professionally qualified and HCPC registered.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don’t meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Additional benefits include

• LG (Local Government) or NHS pension, subject to meeting the current requirements
• a generous relocation package
• essential car user allowance, access to a car leasing and/or cycle‑to‑work scheme
• dedicated business support team
• flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
• staff networks that are open to staff, councillors and partners who share similar characteristics, life experiences, values, and beliefs.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently under‑represented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk).

Contact

Please contact Holly Robertson Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist (DPEP EPS) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473265975 or emailing [e-mail].

How to apply

1. Step 1 - Please read the Job and Person Profile, before applying for this job opportunity.
2. Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
3. Step 3 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. Please note: Without a CV, your interest will not be progressed.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing [e-mail] or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date

Closing date: 11.30pm, 20 January 2026. Interviews will be held in person at a mutually convenient time.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI‑Hybrid

In return, you’ll enjoy

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance‑related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost‑of‑living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

Where to learn more

To learn more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).