Educational Psychologist

Tripod Executive; Lower Blandford St Mary; Sur place; GBP 43 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Tripod Executive seeks Educational Psychologists to contribute to our Experts at Hand programme, developing cluster-based working models around children, families and schools. You’ll help shape how psychology supports early intervention, inclusion and better outcomes for young people.

We value strong assessment, intervention, report writing, and the ability to apply psychology within educational settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and using digital tools for remote consultations

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Educational Psychology, including assessment, intervention, and report writing.
• Solid foundation in Psychology and Mental Health, with ability to apply theory to practice in educational contexts.
• Knowledge of Education systems, including experience with schools, families, and local authorities.
• Skills in Special Education, including understanding of SEND frameworks, EHCP processes, and inclusive practices.

Connaissances

Educational Psychology

Communication skills

Digital record-keeping

Collaboration in multidisciplinary

Formation

Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology

Description du poste

As part of our Experts at Hand programme, we are developing new cluster-based ways of working that bring professionals together around children, families and schools. Alongside wider SEND reforms, this creates an opportunity for Educational Psychologists to help shape how psychology contributes to earlier intervention, inclusion and improved outcomes for children and young people.

At the heart of our service is a simple belief: when we understand a child or young person better, we are better placed to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong expertise in Educational Psychology, including assessment, intervention, and report writing.
• Candidates should possess a solid foundation in Psychology and Mental Health, with the ability to apply psychological theory to practice in educational contexts.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Education systems, including experience working with schools, families, and local authorities.
• Candidates should possess skills in Special Education, including understanding of SEND frameworks, EHCP processes, and inclusive practices.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology (or equivalent) and eligibility for appropriate professional registration or chartered status.
• Experience working with children and young people across diverse backgrounds, including those with additional learning or mental health needs.
• Strong communication, consultation, and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Competence in using digital tools for record-keeping, remote consultation, and report production; familiarity with current legislation and safeguarding requirements.