Educational Psychologists

Hertfordshire County Council; Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 49,215 - 59,809; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 3 additional SPA points

£3k Annual Market Enhancement

Up to £6k Relocation Package

Up to 36 Days Annual Leave

Reimbursement of HCPC Fees

Flexible Working Arrangements

Excellent CPD Opportunities

Salary Exchange for Additional Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme

Shopping Discounts

Support Groups & Wellbeing Schemes

Free Parking

Smart Working Environment

Dedicated Administrative Support

Regular CPD Opportunities

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking experienced Educational Psychologists for a hybrid role based in Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead. You will provide support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to enhance their educational and emotional outcomes. Ideal candidates will be HCPC registered and possess strong communication skills, enabling the delivery of innovative strategies tailored to individual needs. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered with qualifications recognized by the British Psychological Society.
• Organized individual with good communication skills.
• Flexibility to provide last-minute support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality advice for children with SEND.
• Devise creative strategies for educational success.
• Support children's emotional and educational needs.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Communication and engagement

Crisis intervention

Resilience under pressure

Education

HCPC registration

British Psychological Society qualifications

Job description

Job Introduction

Job Title: Educational Psychologists

Starting Salary: Soulbury A scale 3-8 £49,215 to £59,809 pa, up to 3 additional SPA points, PLUS £3k annual market enhancement

Hours: Full time or part time

Location: Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead - with travel countywide (hybrid working)

Contract Type: Permanent

Join our forward-thinking and innovative service! At Hertfordshire County Council, we are focused on delivering positive and successful life outcomes for local children. We know a great education is vital to putting children and young people on the right path, and as such, we’re investing in extending our Educational Psychology Service. With a focus on utilising an integrated practices framework, our service delivers innovative solutions to some of Hertfordshire’s most vulnerable residents.

About The Role

As an Educational Psychologist who has experience of supporting children and young people aged 0 to 25 (with a particular emphasis on SEND), you will deliver high quality preventative and statutory advice that will enable service users to get the most out of their educational experiences, overcoming hurdles to inclusion and success. This will put you at the cutting-edge of educational psychology, as you devise creative strategies and interventions that will help children and young people get the most out of life.

About You

We welcome applications from trainee EPs currently on the doctoral course. We are looking for a research or evidence-based practitioner with an exceptional ability to connect with children and young people. With skills in formulating hypotheses based on the evidence that you are provided with, you will have the flexibility to provide last-minute crisis and critical incidence support, so that we can fully embrace the importance of early intervention.

HCPC registered, with qualifications that are recognised by the British Psychological Society, you will have a good knowledge of legislation relating to young people under the age of 25. You will also be a highly organised individual with good communication and engagement capabilities, and able to remain calm and resilient under pressure. Due to the nature of the role, a driving licence and vehicle are essential.

For an informal discussion and more information please contact: Naina Cowell, Principal EP (East) [e-mail] or Melanie Flay, Principal EP (West) [e-mail]

Benefits of working for us

• Up to 3 additional SPA points
• £3k Annual Market Enhancement - terms apply
• Up to £6k Relocation Package - terms apply
• Up to 36 Days Annual Leave
• Reimbursement of HCPC Fees
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Excellent CPD Opportunities
• Salary Exchange for Additional Benefits including Annual Leave
• Excellent Pension Scheme with 19% employer contributions
• Shopping Discounts
• Support Groups & Wellbeing Schemes
• Free Parking
• Smart Working to create a positive, productive and trusting working environment
• Dedicated administrative support and varied workforce
• Strong links with university courses
• Part of a broad multi-disciplinary integrated local team, working closely with other teams including SEND and teaching.
• Regular CPD opportunities: Learning Sets, professional networking & development, EP Service CPD days, as well as the opportunity to attend external CPD courses, conferences and events
• Reflective supervision and peer support
• Opportunities to participate in countywide initiatives

Additional Information

We are pleased to offer sponsorship of eligible roles that met the UKV&I requirements for candidates who currently reside in the UK at the time of application.

Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

Safeguarding: This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Driving Required: You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.

English Fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.