Educational Psychologist

Matchstick Dev; Livingston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in Scotland seeks an Educational Psychologist in Livingston. The role involves providing key services to schools while fostering evidence-based practices and professional development. Ideal candidates will be regulated Educational Psychologists, passionate about improving service delivery and supporting children and young people.

Qualifications

• Innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
• Evidence-based practice knowledge.
• Professional supervision and peer support capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a service of the 5 core functions to designated schools.
• Contribute to the improvement planning process for the service.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies.

Education

Regulation with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Educational Psychologist

Job description

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We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

An opportunity has arisen for an innovative and creative Educational Psychologist to join our team based in Livingston, West Lothian. You will be part of a highly regarded and enthusiastic service, committed to ensuring continuous improvement in all aspects of our service delivery to children and young people.

Research is central to our work and evidence-based practice is encouraged and fostered within the service.

You will deliver a service of the 5 core functions to a geographical cluster of schools working with partner agencies and will be involved in shaping service delivery through contribution to the improvement planning process for the service. You will be well supported in terms of professional supervision, peer support within the team, IT access, and opportunities for professional development.

Regulation with the Health and Care Professions Council as an Educational Psychologist is required. The service is accredited to provide Probationer support through the British Psychological Society "Qualification in Educational Psychology" process.

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council