Educational Psychologist — Hybrid, Trauma-Informed Practice

North Northamptonshire Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Annual leave 28–33 days + holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Educational Psychologist to deliver a psychologist service to identified schools and the surrounding community, contributing to area development and policy impact. You will work with schools, early years providers, and partner agencies to promote inclusion.

The role requires HCPC registration eligibility for a qualified Educational Psychologist, a psychology degree, and teaching experience, with a focus on relational and trauma-informed

Qualifications

• First degree in psychology or equivalent recognised by the BPS for Graduate Basis for Membership.
• Postgraduate professional training recognised by HCPC as eligible for registration as an educational psychologist.
• At least two years of qualified classroom teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a psychological service to identified schools and communities.
• Undertake identified research and development activities.
• Make decisions on appropriate response to requests for educational psychologist input.

Skills

Statutory frameworks knowledge

Engagement with parents and carers

Education

Bachelor in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Membership

HCPC registered educational psychologist status

Job description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking an experienced Educational Psychologist to deliver a psychologist service to identified schools and the surrounding community, contributing to area development and policy impact. You will work with schools, early years providers, and partner agencies to promote inclusion.

The role requires HCPC registration eligibility for a qualified Educational Psychologist, a psychology degree, and teaching experience, with a focus on relational and trauma-informed