Educational Psychologist

Connect Exec; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking Locum Educational Psychologists to support various Local Authority contracts across the UK. The roles offer flexibility with remote, hybrid, or on-site options based on client needs. Responsibilities include conducting statutory assessments, providing professional advice, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Competitive daily rates of £550–£600+ are offered. Interested candidates must be HCPC-registered with relevant experience in SEND work.

Benefits

Continuous flow of locum assignments

Flexible working arrangements

Dedicated recruiter support

Weekly updates on new opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Local Authority or statutory SEND work.
• Strong written communication and time management skills.
• Availability for locum / contract work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory psychological assessments for EHCPs.
• Deliver professional advice in line with SEND Code of Practice.
• Provide clear, evidence-based reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate effectively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Time management skills

Experience in Local Authority SEND work

Education

HCPC-registration as an Educational Psychologist

Job description

Description :

We are currently building our network of Locum Educational Psychologists for several Local Authority contracts across the UK.

These roles offer a range of flexible working arrangements — including face-to-face assessments , remote work , and hybrid setups — depending on the area and client needs.

You’ll be supporting children and young people through statutory Education, Health and Care (EHC) assessments , ensuring quality psychological advice and contributing to positive SEND outcomes.

Available Areas Include :

• North East England – Face-to-face and remote assessments
• West London Area – Face-to-face assessments
• North London Area – Face-to-face assessments (Inside IR35)
• Tees Valley / North East England – Mix of remote and on‑site work

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct statutory psychological assessments for EHCPs.
• Deliver professional advice in line with SEND Code of Practice.
• Provide clear, evidence-based reports and recommendations.
• Collaborate effectively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements :

• HCPC‑registered Educational Psychologist.
• Proven experience in Local Authority or statutory SEND work.
• Strong written communication and time management skills.
• Availability for locum / contract work.

Details :

• Rate : Competitive daily rates (typically £550–£600+)
• IR35 : Inside (varies by assignment)
• Start : Ongoing opportunities
• Working Pattern : Hybrid / Remote / On‑site (area dependent)

Why Join Our Network :

• ✅ Continuous flow of locum EP assignments across the UK
• ✅ Flexible arrangements – remote or on‑site
• ✅ Dedicated recruiter support
• ✅ Weekly updates on new opportunities

How to Apply :

If you’re a HCPC‑registered Educational Psychologist interested in locum or contract roles, click Apply Now