Principal Educational Psychologist

FlipGraph.com; Ayr; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational service in South Ayrshire seeks a Depute/Principal Educational Psychologist to lead a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the educational outcomes of children and young people. This role emphasizes early intervention, innovative practices, and a commitment to professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Car leasing scheme

Discounts on supermarkets and retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified psychologist with PVG membership.
• Experience in educational psychology is preferred.
• Strong commitment to improving educational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Educational Psychology Service focused on early intervention.
• Apply psychological research to improve educational outcomes.
• Support staff development and innovative practices.

Skills

Leadership

Psychological Research Application

Early Intervention

Education

Qualified Psychologist

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This post offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic Educational Psychology Service whose vision is of 'equity, excellence and empowerment through psychology'. We have a passionate commitment to applying psychological research to improve the educational outcomes of all children and young people, especially those who are vulnerable.

As a service, we focus on early intervention and prevention, reducing the poverty-related attainment gap, and developing nurture approaches across sectors including early years, primary, secondary, and specialist educational provisions. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children who are care experienced. The Service encourages and supports innovative and creative practice. We welcome applications from aspiring leaders qualified to lead our team.

The service strongly supports continuing professional development for all staff. Applications are invited from suitably qualified psychologists. For further discussion about this post, please contact Carole Campbell at 01292 612819.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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ABOUT US

South Ayrshire, located in historic Ayrshire, boasts rich heritage, vibrant culture, excellent leisure amenities, global travel links, diverse landscapes, and thriving communities.

Our aim is to make a difference for our communities. We employ around 6,000 staff serving over 112,000 residents across towns like Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick, Troon, and surrounding rural areas. We are an ambitious Council committed to delivering impactful outcomes for wellbeing, economy, and environment, guided by our new Council Plan.

BENEFITS

Here's what we can offer!

• Competitive salary
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and purchase scheme for up to 2 additional weeks
• Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
• Supportive environment promoting work-life balance and caring responsibilities
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounts on supermarkets, retailers, cinemas, and gym memberships (including Council facilities)
• Salary sacrifice schemes for white goods and more
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Scotwest Credit Union

REQUIREMENTS

This role involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. The preferred candidate must join the PVG Scheme or update their membership before employment begins. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk. PVG costs may be applicable.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Interviews are scheduled for 05/06/2025.

The grade for this position is Depute/Principal Educational Psychologist - point 5.

The work style is Hybrid Worker, requiring flexibility between home and office attendance, with frequency depending on service needs.