Educational Psychologist - Blackpool

Leaders In Care Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority team is seeking a Full-Time Locum Educational Psychologist to support school-based work and statutory assessments. This remote position requires some in-person visits for assessments. Ideal for a qualified professional looking for flexible work within a supportive team environment, offering up to £600 per day based on experience.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangement

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Educational Psychologist.
• Experience with school-based work and EHCP assessments is essential.
• Strong case management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory assessments and EHCPs.
• Manage cases and conduct school visits as necessary.
• Collaborate with the existing Educational Psychologist for support.

Skills

Educational psychology

Statutory assessments

Case management

Education

Qualified Educational Psychologist

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Locum – Educational Psychologist (Outside IR35)

Rate: Up to £600/day

Location: Remote with School Visits (In-Person)

Contract Type: Locum – Full-Time

Overview details

We’re currently seeking a Full-Time Locum Educational Psychologist to support a busy local authority team. This is a long-term opportunity focusing on school-based work, statutory assessments, and casework.

Responsibilities

• Primary Focus: School visits, statutory work (e.g., EHCP assessments), and case management

Working Pattern

• Remote: The majority of tasks can be completed remotely
• Face-to-Face: Only school visits require in-person attendance
• Team Meetings: Occasionally held in person, but attendance is not mandatory

IR35 Status

• Outside IR35

Rate

• Up to £600 per day, depending on experience

Support Structure

• One Educational Psychologist is already in place, but due to workload and availability (50/50 split), a second locum is needed to ensure continuity

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Educational Psychologist seeking flexible work with a stable and supportive team.