Locum Educational Psychologist (EP)

Seven Group Holdings Limited; Onehouse; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hourly pay

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Diverse caseload

Job summary

Seven Resourcing is recruiting a Locum Educational Psychologist to join Suffolk County Council's Psychology and Therapeutic Services. The role offers flexible part-time or full-time patterns with competitive hourly rates, supporting children with SEND and providing high-quality assessments and recommendations.

You will conduct EHC needs assessments, facilitate JAMs, assess learning and emotional wellbeing, and deliver evidence-based reports within statutory timelines.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making.
• Proven ability to write clear, evidence-based psychological reports.

Responsibilities

• EHC Needs Assessments: provide high-quality psychological advice for EHC Needs Assessments.
• Joint Assessment Meetings: facilitate JAMs with families, schools, and partner agencies.
• Psychological Assessment: assess learning, development, and emotional wellbeing of children/young people.
• Report Writing: produce clear, evidence-based reports within statutory timescales.
• Recommendations: deliver strengths-based, solution-focused recommendations.
• Multi-Agency Working: collaborate with education, health and social care professionals.
• Record Keeping: maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding and GDPR.
• Quality Assurance: participate in peer reviews and professional discussions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Collaboration

Professional judgement

Education

HCPC registration

Postgraduate training in Educational Psychology

Job description

Locum Educational Psychologist within Education in Suffolk. This ongoing opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing the chance to join Suffolk County Council's highly regarded Psychology and Therapeutic Services team. This rewarding role will see you supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to improve outcomes through high-quality assessments, collaborative working, and evidence-based recommendations.

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Enjoy the flexibility and control that comes with competitive hourly rates.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise.
• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside professionals across education, health, and social care sectors.
• Autonomy and Innovation: Use your professional judgement to deliver creative, personalised interventions that make a meaningful impact.
• Varied Work: Benefit from a diverse caseload that supports continuous professional growth and development.

What you will do

• EHC Needs Assessments: Complete high-quality psychological advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
• Joint Assessment Meetings: Facilitate and participate in Joint Assessment Meetings (JAMs) alongside families, schools, and partner agencies.
• Psychological Assessment: Assess children and young people's learning, development, emotional wellbeing, and additional needs.
• Report Writing: Produce clear, evidence-based psychological reports in line with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory timescales.
• Recommendations: Deliver strengths-based and solution-focused recommendations that promote positive outcomes.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with professionals across education, health, and social care to develop effective support plans.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records while adhering to safeguarding, GDPR, and local authority procedures.
• Quality Assurance: Engage in professional discussions, peer reviews, and quality assurance activities to support best practice.
• Professional Qualification: Qualified Educational Psychologist with recognised postgraduate training in Educational Psychology.
• Registration: Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience: Experience completing statutory psychological assessments and reports for children and young people with SEND.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, and Education, Health and Care processes.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with families and professionals.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to provide high-quality psychological analysis and evidence-based recommendations.

Suffolk offers a fantastic quality of life, combining beautiful countryside, stunning coastline, historic market towns, and vibrant communities. With a strong commitment to supporting children and families, Suffolk provides an inspiring environment in which to develop your career while enjoying an excellent work-life balance. Whether you're drawn to coastal living, rural charm, or thriving local communities, Suffolk has something to offer everyone.

Working with Seven Resourcing

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