Educational Psychologist - Hybrid, Impactful Community Role

Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking on site

Flexible working options

Discounted gym membership (Volair)

Well-being discounts (VIVUP)

Job summary

Knowsley Educational Psychology Service is recruiting skilled Psychologists (or Trainee EPs in their third year of doctoral training) to deliver proactive and positive support for children and families in Knowsley. The role involves managing varied caseloads, shaping the Experts at Hand model, and working across schools with a strong emphasis on early intervention and multi-agency collaboration.

You will access supervision and professional development, supervise trainees, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Hold a varied and rewarding caseload within schools and educational settings.
• Shape and facilitate the Experts at Hand model in line with SEND reforms.
• Supervise Trainee Educational Psychologists as part of Doctoral Training.
• Access clinical and peer group supervision.
• Use a wide range of assessment tools, including Q Interactive.

Responsibilities

• Hold a varied caseload across schools and communities.
• Contribute to service development and multi-agency working.
• Provide professional supervision and development opportunities to staff.
• Lead on projects and strategic development within EPS.
• Support flexible and hybrid working arrangements when needed.

Skills

Educational Psychology

Assessment & tools

Team collaboration

Clinical supervision

Trainee supervision

Education

Qualified Educational Psychologist

Doctoral training in Educational Psychology

Tools

Q Interactive

Job description

Knowsley Educational Psychology Service is recruiting skilled Psychologists (or Trainee EPs in their third year of doctoral training) to deliver proactive and positive support for children and families in Knowsley. The role involves managing varied caseloads, shaping the Experts at Hand model, and working across schools with a strong emphasis on early intervention and multi-agency collaboration.

You will access supervision and professional development, supervise trainees, and contribute to