Educational Psychologists

BCP Council; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BCP Council in Bournemouth is recruiting an Educational Psychologist to join our Educational Psychology Service. You will apply psychology to improve outcomes for children aged 0–25 across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, working with families, schools and multi‑agency partners.

HCPC registration, enhanced DBS, and willingness to travel are essential. Honours degree in Psychology with a recognised Educational Psychology qualification (or training) is required.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent.
• Recognised qualification in Educational Psychology (or be currently in training).
• Experience delivering a broad range of Educational Psychology casework.
• Experience in delivering training, promoting inclusion, and working with vulnerable children.
• Strong understanding of psychological assessments, SEND legislation, and multi‑agency working.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychology to improve outcomes, promote inclusion, and support emotional wellbeing for children and young people.
• Use family‑ and child‑centred approaches, working collaboratively with parents, schools, and partners.
• Help the Council meet statutory duties for vulnerable children, including those with SEND and disabilities.
• Stay current with professional practice while managing your workload effectively.
• Contribute creatively as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Deliver high‑quality traded services to schools, including consultation, assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring.
• Support inclusive practice through co‑production and a Graduated Response to SEND.
• Offer professional advice to the SEN Team, including involvement in complex casework and tribunals.
• Provide safeguarding‑compliant, child‑centred support at all times.
• Deliver professional development and contribute to critical incident response for educational settings.

Skills

Educational psychology knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Honours degree in Psychology

Educational Psychology qualification/training

Job description

Starting salary for this role will be Soulbury Range 4-9 (starting at 5) plus 3 SPA points (pro rata for part time colleagues).

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.

Learn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

Educational Psychologist – Join Our Growing Team!

Are you passionate about shaping brighter futures for children and young people? Do you thrive on using psychology to create meaningful, positive change? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are excited to recruit Educational Psychologists to join our forward-thinking Educational Psychology Service, where your work will directly improve the lives of children and young people aged 0–25 across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Your role will make a real difference by helping children access education, advocating for their needs, and working closely with families, schools, and multi‑agency professionals.

About The Role

• Apply psychology to improve outcomes, promote inclusion, and support emotional wellbeing for children and young people.
• Use family‑and child‑centred approaches, working collaboratively with parents, schools, and partners.
• Help the Council meet statutory duties for vulnerable children, including those with SEND and disabilities.
• Stay current with professional practice while managing your workload effectively.
• Contribute creatively as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Deliver high‑quality traded services to schools, including consultation, assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring.
• Support inclusive practice through co‑production and a Graduated Response to SEND.
• Offer professional advice to the SEN Team, including involvement in complex casework and tribunals.
• Provide safeguarding‑compliant, child‑centred support at all times.
• Deliver professional development and contribute to critical incident response for educational settings.

Qualifications & Experience

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

Essential Qualifications

• Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent.
• A recognised qualification in Educational Psychology (or be currently in training).

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience delivering a broad range of Educational Psychology casework.
• Experience in delivering training, promoting inclusion, and working with vulnerable children.
• Strong understanding of psychological assessments, SEND legislation, and multi‑agency working.

Personal Qualities

We’re Looking For Someone Who Brings

• Solution‑focused thinking.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Motivation to support others and drive positive outcomes for all children.
• A commitment to inclusion and valuing diversity.

Job Requirements

• HCPC registration (or eligibility).
• Enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List.
• Ability to travel across the area (use of public transport or full UK driving licence with vehicle access).

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to:

• Shape the educational journeys of children and young people.
• Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
• Develop professionally through diverse casework and CPD opportunities.
• Play a central role in promoting inclusion and wellbeing across local communities.

At BCP Council, we believe every child and young person deserves to thrive — and we know the right leadership in Educational Psychology can help make that happen. If you’re passionate about inclusion, excited by innovation, and looking for a place where your expertise will genuinely be valued, we’d love to welcome you to our team. In this video, Lisa Linscott, Director of Education & Skills, and Jeanette Yorke, Head of SEND, share their vision for the service and explore the exciting opportunity to join us as an Educational Psychologist.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpK3ye9JuUU

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.

Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.