Educational Psychologists - x5 - Project

Pertemps; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority project team is seeking an experienced Educational Psychologist to support a backlog of EHCP cases. The role offers up to £700 per assessment, with remote work options, ideally requiring in-office support 1-2 days a week. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, advising on child development, and collaborating with professionals. This is a 6-12 month project, outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people (0-25 years).
• Strong assessment and report writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to understand children's needs.
• Advise educators and families on supporting child development.
• Design and implement behavioural management programmes.
• Collaborate with professionals for coordinated support.

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for experienced Educational Psychologist's to join a project team with our client, a local authority, based in the South East. This project team has been created to work through a backlog of EHCP cases (approx 1500). The team will consist of 5 EHCP Coordinators, 5 Educational Psychologists and a Team Manager. Role is paying up to £700 per assessment, remote options available but ideally looking for someone who can be in the office 1-2 days per week to support the team. Outside IR35. 6-12 month project.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Conduct observations, interviews, and other assessments to understand a child’s learning, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Consultation & Advice: Advise parents, teachers, and school staff on strategies for supporting children’s development, managing behaviour, and improving teaching practices.
• Intervention: Design, develop, and implement therapeutic and behavioural management programmes for individuals, groups, and whole schools.
• Collaboration: Work with multi-disciplinary teams, including social workers, doctors, and other education professionals, to develop coordinated approaches for supporting children and young people.
• Report Writing: Produce detailed reports with recommendations for action and support, often contributing to statutory plans like EHC plans.
• Research and Policy: Conduct applied research, evaluate programmes, and sometimes provide advice on educational policies and initiatives.

Who They Work With

• Children and Young People: Ranging from early years to young adults (0-25 years).
• Parents and Families: Providing support, advice, and helping to improve communication around a child’s needs.
• Teachers and School Staff: Offering professional development, training, and advice on behaviour management and enhancing learning environments.
• Other Professionals: Collaborating with social care, health professionals, and other support services.

ASAP – Interview and start.