Educational Psychologist

Government of Jersey; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking an Educational Psychologist to work in Jersey, focusing on delivering a quality, cost-effective service that supports children's needs. The role emphasizes early intervention and inclusion, aiming to enhance outcomes for children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs. Candidates must be qualified and registered with the HCPC. The position offers a unique opportunity to engage creatively within a supportive community environment.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC.
• Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a quality service meeting statutory requirements.
• Focus on early intervention and inclusion.
• Support children overcoming learning barriers.

Education

Professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC

Job description

Relocate to Jersey, apply psychology, engage in consultation, research and innovation.

The education framework and landscape is aligned to the UK but with fewer regulatory restrictions, providing an opportunity for Educational Psychologists to work more creatively and broadly beyond traditional approaches to assessment of individual children. This brings a significant opportunity for Educational Psychologists to be engaged in creative work across Children’s Services and the wider community which will make a meaningful impact to children and families.

The role

This is an opportunity to help deliver a quality, cost effective service which meets statutory requirements as underpinned by the Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and the Division of Educational and Child Psychology within the British Psychological Society (BPS). The role is focused on key priorities, including early intervention and inclusion, parental confidence and improved outcomes for all children and young people particularly those with SEND to create brighter futures for all children and families.

Inclusion and Early Intervention

The Psychology and Wellbeing Service in Jersey is part of the Central Education Team. The service provides psychological services and support to help children and young people overcome learning barriers in schools and other settings from ages 0 to 19. The service works with schools and other professionals to identify and address SEND, promote social inclusion, and offer training and support. One of the core focuses of the service is early intervention.

Island life

Living in the beautiful and accessible Island with a close-knit community has many advantages including having an impact on Islanders’ lives on a daily basis and working with a smaller population in community schools with enviable environments.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC or must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.