Educational Psychologist

Opus People Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Locum Educational Psychologist to join the Suffolk County Council team. This role involves delivering statutory psychological advice, working collaboratively with schools and families, and facilitating inclusive assessments. Applicants must have current HCPC registration and recent experience with Educational Health Care (EHC) needs assessments. The agency offers a supportive team environment and various operational resources to ensure success in the position.

Benefits

Induction and resources for JAM delivery

Efficient administrative support

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Must hold current HCPC registration.
• Experience in providing statutory psychological advice.
• Confidence in facilitating inclusive meetings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological advice through Joint Assessment Meeting (JAM) model.
• Collaborate with schools and families for child-centered assessments.
• Plan and contribute to solution-focused assessments.

Skills

Current HCPC registration

Experience with EHC needs assessments

Facilitating multi-professional meetings

High-quality written communication

Job description

Locum Educational Psychologist Opportunity

Location: Suffolk County Council (On-Site) | Employer: Opus People Solutions on behalf of Suffolk County Council.

Suffolk County Council, in partnership with Opus People Solutions, is delighted to offer an exciting locum opportunity for an experienced Educational Psychologist to join our dedicated award winning Psychology & Therapeutic Services team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver statutory psychological advice through a co‑produced Joint Assessment Meeting (JAM) model
• Work in a child‑centred, strengths‑based way alongside schools and families
• Contribute to collaborative, solution‑focused assessment and planning

Support Provided

• A clear psychological advice template
• Practical JAM delivery materials
• Quality assurance processes
• Responsive business and operational support

Requirements

• Current HCPC registration
• Recent experience completing statutory advice as part of EHC needs assessments
• Confidence in facilitating multi‑professional, family‑inclusive meetings
• Ability to produce high‑quality written psychological advice aligned with the SEND Code of Practice

Benefits

• Induction and resources to support JAM delivery
• Clear process maps to support operational practice (including data protection and safeguarding)
• Efficient administrative support
• SCC email and SharePoint access to enable safe and secure working
• Support from a values‑led, collaborative team

If you are passionate about improving outcomes for children and looking for a rewarding locum role, we would love to hear from you.