Educational Psychologist

Pertemps; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Educational Psychologist in Merseyside to make a significant difference in young lives. The role involves delivering high-quality assessments, consultations, and interventions. Ideal candidates should have a Master's or Doctorate level qualification in Educational Psychology, be registered with HCPC, and possess strong collaboration skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive pay rate of £675 per day.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Weekly payroll

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Qualified Educational Psychologist registered with HCPC.
• Strong knowledge of SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience working with children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-impact assessments for children.
• Contribute to statutory assessments and reviews.
• Collaborate with parents and educators.

Skills

Assessment skills

Consultation skills

Report writing

Collaborative working

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Educational Psychology

BPS-recognised Psychology degree

Job description

Educational Psychologist – Make a Lasting Impact on Young Lives
Location: Merseyside
Pay Rate: £675 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Agency | Flexible Working Available

Help Children Thrive – One Consultation at a Time.We’re on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Educational Psychologist to join a forward-thinking Local Authority in Merseyside. If you’re driven to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, mental health, or emotional wellbeing needs, we want to hear from you.You’ll be part of a high-performing team using a consultation-led model that aligns with the SEND Code of Practice and the Assess, Plan, Do, Review framework. Working across schools, early years settings, and multi-agency partnerships, you’ll deliver both statutory and traded services, including high-quality assessments and interventions that lead to positive, sustainable outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver high-impact assessments for children with a range of learning and social-emotional needs
• Contribute to statutory assessments, EHCPs, and Annual Reviews
• Lead Team Around the Child and Joint Problem-Solving meetings
• Collaborate with parents, carers, educators, and external agencies
• Drive systemic change by working at both individual and whole-school levels
• Provide consultation, training, and development sessions for schools and services
• Design and deliver evidence-based interventions
• Contribute to research and service development to enhance outcomes across the borough

Who We’re Looking For:

• A qualified Educational Psychologist (Master’s or Doctorate level)
• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Holds a BPS-recognised Psychology degree
• Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Excellent assessment, consultation, and report-writing skills
• Collaborative, insightful, and committed to inclusive education

Desirable:

• Further qualifications in areas related to EP practice (e.g. CBT, attachment, trauma-informed care)
• Experience with early years or post-16 settings
• Familiarity with traded service delivery models

Why Join Through Pertemps?
As a trusted partner agency, we offer:

• A dedicated consultant with access to nationwide roles
• Easy registration and compliance support
• Weekly, reliable payroll
• Referral bonuses and incentive schemes
• First access to local authority roles before they go public

Ideal for Professionals Commuting From:
Liverpool, Wirral, Warrington, St Helens, Widnes, Runcorn, Chester, Southport, Birkenhead, Skelmersdale, Wigan, Blackpool, Lancaster, Wrexham and surrounding areas.

Not the right fit?
We recruit across Educational Psychology and Qualified Social Work, including:
MASH | Children with Disabilities | CAMHS | CLA | Safeguarding | IRO | SENDCO | EHCP Coordinators | Youth Justice | Team Managers | Adult & Children’s Services

Know someone perfect for this role?
We offer generous referral bonuses – help a friend and get rewarded!

Apply today or reach out to learn more about this rewarding opportunity. Let’s make a difference—together.