Educational Psychologist x3

WMJobs; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Stoke-on-Trent seeks an Educational Psychologist to enhance the lives of children and young people. This position offers a salary of £47,688 - £57,954 along with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will utilize innovative, strength-based approaches in their practice. Competitive benefits include generous annual leave and dedicated admin support.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

IT support

Ongoing CPD

Qualifications

• Must have ideas and vision about delivering educational psychology differently.
• Open to Year 2/3 Trainee Educational Psychologists (TEPs).
• Experience or willingness to engage in research and project work.

Responsibilities

• Impact the lives of children, young people, and families in the community.
• Engage in collaborative and strength-based practices.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development.

Skills

Strength-based approach

Collaborative skills

Research-led approaches

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology

Job description

Overview

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Directorate: Children and Families

Section: Educational Psychology Service

Grade: Main Grade

Actual Salary: £47,688 - £57,954 + up to 3 Structured Professional Assessment (SPA) Points

Hours: 37

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants. Applications welcomed from Year 2/3 Trainee Educational Psychologists (TEPs). This post is suitable for candidates that have ideas and vision about how to deliver educational psychology differently, using strength-based, collaborative and research-led approaches. Stoke-on-Trent recognises the value of Educational Psychology at an operational and strategic level and this is a fantastic opportunity for experienced EPs as well as those new to the profession to really make their mark in a way that they impact the lives of children, young people, their families and the wider community.

Benefits and Opportunities

• We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home;
• Generous annual leave - 26 days (29 days after 5 years LA service) with an additional 8 public holidays, 2 extra statutory and 2 local day’s holidays;
• IT support, including the use of iPads;
• Dedicated admin support;
• Staff benefits and rewards scheme;
• Opportunities to engage in research and project work;
• Ongoing CPD – at least, 9 days in line with HCPC requirements for registration;
• There are opportunities to foster and develop specialisms in line with service and local needs;
• Central Stoke-based office with parking.

We have well stablished links with the West Midlands Regional EP Groups and Birmingham University.

For an informal discussion please contact Michele Perry-Springer (PEP) [e-mail], Paul Beeson (SEP) [e-mail] or Katherine Lee (SEP) [e-mail]

Safeguarding and Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Stoke-on-Trent City Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this – we therefore encourage applications from all sections of our community. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed together.

To Apply - please visit our website https://webrecruitment.stoke.gov.uk/wrl/ If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email [e-mail] or call us on 01782 238189.