Educational Psychologist — Flexible 0.5 FTE, Permanent

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a 0.5 FTE permanent position in its Educational Psychology Service. The role involves delivering preventative and early intervention work, carrying out statutory duties, and collaborating with local authority teams. Applicants must be fully qualified Educational Psychologists in the UK, with experience in preventative work preferred. Flexible working arrangements are available. Closing date for applications is December 2, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully qualified Educational Psychologist within the UK.
• Experience in preventative and early intervention work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver preventative and early intervention work.
• Carry out statutory duties, including assessments and consultations.
• Provide core non-statutorial services across locality and schools.
• Develop and extend the service’s range of activities and specialisms.
• Collaborate with local authority teams and school colleagues.

Skills

Preventative and early intervention work

Collaboration with local authority teams

Statutory duties assessments and consultations

Education

Fully qualified Educational Psychologist (UK qualified)

Doctoral trainee (Year 2 or Year 3)

Job description

A local government council in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a 0.5 FTE permanent position in its Educational Psychology Service. The role involves delivering preventative and early intervention work, carrying out statutory duties, and collaborating with local authority teams. Applicants must be fully qualified Educational Psychologists in the UK, with experience in preventative work preferred. Flexible working arrangements are available. Closing date for applications is December 2, 2025.