Educational Psychologist

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority seeks a qualified Educational Psychologist for a 3-4 month part-time contract to support children aged 0-25 with special educational needs and disabilities. The ideal candidate will deliver psychological services adhering to professional standards, promote inclusive practices, and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience working at individual, group, and systemic levels in educational settings.
• Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society.
• Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology.

Responsibilities

• Undertake psychological assessments for statutory and non-statutory purposes.
• Deliver setting-based consultation, advice and interventions using various methodologies.
• Provide psychological advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).

Skills

Communication

Psychological assessment

Interpersonal skills

Understanding needs of children

Education

Postgraduate professional qualification as an Educational Psychologist (BPS accredited)

HCPC registration (or eligibility for registration)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

case management systems

Job description

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3-4 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Educational Psychologist to support children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs and disabilities.

• The role involves delivering statutory and non-statutory psychological services using a range of evidence-informed approaches, in accordance with the Children and Families Act and the SEND Code of Practice.

• The postholder will work flexibly across individual, group and systems levels to promote positive outcomes and inclusive practices.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Undertake psychological assessments for statutory and non-statutory purposes.

• Deliver setting-based consultation, advice and interventions using a range of tools and methodologies.

• Provide psychological advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).

• Maintain a personal caseload, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assessments.

• Work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi-agency professionals.

• Contribute to training, service development, and team planning.

• Maintain accurate records and adhere to ethical and professional standards.

• Participate in the supervision of Trainee or Assistant Psychologists as required.

• Support continuous improvement through reflective practice and quality assurance.

• Deliver presentations or training tailored to a range of stakeholders.

Skills/Experience:

• Experience working at individual, group, and systemic levels in educational settings.

• Ability to assess and understand the needs of children and young people aged 0–25.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-agency context.

• Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology.

• Competent ICT user, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and case management systems.

• Ability to work flexibly and travel independently.

• Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society.

• Experience supervising trainees or junior staff.

• Knowledge of inclusive practice models and multi-agency working.

Additional Information:

• Postgraduate professional qualification as an Educational Psychologist (BPS accredited).

• HCPC registration (or eligibility for registration).

• Enhanced DBS is required for this role.

Job Description
3-4 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary:
• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Educational Psychologist to support children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
• The role involves delivering statutory and non-statutory psychological services using a range of evidence-informed approaches, in accordance with the Children and Families Act and the SEND Code of Practice.
• The postholder will work flexibly across individual, group and systems levels to promote positive outcomes and inclusive practices.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Undertake psychological assessments for statutory and non-statutory purposes.
• Deliver setting-based consultation, advice and interventions using a range of tools and methodologies.
• Provide psychological advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
• Maintain a personal caseload, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assessments.
• Work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi-agency professionals.
• Contribute to training, service development, and team planning.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
• Participate in the supervision of Trainee or Assistant Psychologists as required.
• Support continuous improvement through reflective practice and quality assurance.
• Deliver presentations or training tailored to a range of stakeholders.
Skills/Experience: • Experience working at individual, group, and systemic levels in educational settings.
• Ability to assess and understand the needs of children and young people aged 0–25.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-agency context.
• Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology.
• Competent ICT user, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and case management systems.
• Ability to work flexibly and travel independently.
• Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society.
• Experience supervising trainees or junior staff.
• Knowledge of inclusive practice models and multi-agency working.
Additional Information: • Part-time role – 21 Hr/week.
• Postgraduate professional qualification as an Educational Psychologist (BPS accredited).
• HCPC registration (or eligibility for registration).
• Enhanced DBS is required for this role.


Requirements
• Experience working at individual, group, and systemic levels in educational settings. • Ability to assess and understand the needs of children and young people aged 0–25. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multi-agency context. • Knowledge of current legislation relevant to SEND and educational psychology. • Competent ICT user, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and case management systems. • Ability to work flexibly and travel independently. • Full membership of the Association for Educational Psychologists or British Psychological Society. • Experience supervising trainees or junior staff. • Knowledge of inclusive practice models and multi-agency working.