Principal Educational Psychologist and Service Manager (SEMH)

Sanctuary Personnel; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job description

Principal Educational Psychologist and Service Manager (SEMH)

We are seeking an accomplished Principal Educational Psychologist and Service Manager (SEMH) to join our vibrant, dedicated team in Newbury, UK. As a pivotal leader, you will guide a growing local authority Educational Psychology Service, ensuring innovative and inclusive outcomes for children and young people within the community. Your strategic vision will help revolutionise our approach to delivering educational psychology and inclusion services, fostering positive and nurturing environments where every child can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Situated in the scenic town of Newbury, this is an exciting opportunity offering a competitive salary of £74,790 annually for full-time permanent work with plenty of career-enhancing benefits.

Perks and benefits:

This role offers flexible working options between 07.00 and 21.00, allowing for a work-life balance tailored to your lifestyle. Enjoy the benefits of hybrid working, spending only 40 percent of your time in the office, while staying engaged with our community. We are committed to your professional development through a range of training and development opportunities. Secure your future with our Local Government Pension Scheme and death in service benefit. Benefit from our family-friendly policies and local discounts. We also cover your professional registration fees. Our Wellbeing Programme includes an Employee Assistance Programme to support your work-life harmony. Enjoy a generous annual leave starting at 30 days, increasing by 5 days after 5 years. Finally, anticipate an annual banding pay review and be part of the annual national pay award, ensuring your efforts are recognised and rewarded.

What you will do:

1. Lead the Educational Psychology Service and SEMH teams, ensuring efficient and effective delivery across the council.
2. Champion the Local Authority's Inclusion agenda, enhancing the service's role within the Children's Services Directorate and the wider council.
3. Promote positive mental health and wellbeing, liaising with schools, Public Health, and the ICB.
4. Collaborate strategically with children, young people, families, and stakeholders to maximize outcomes at both strategic and operational levels.
5. Strategically oversee alternative provisions and pupil referral units.
6. Ensure high-quality professional practice through innovative staff training and professional supervision.
7. Engage with service users to continually evaluate and improve service delivery and systems.

The ideal candidate will hold a professional postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology and be HCPC registered as a practitioner psychologist. Significant management experience in educational psychology services and the ability to lead at a strategic level are essential. You should be able to inspire and steer a team towards continuous improvement, forge successful partnerships, and uphold your commitment to empowering children and young people.

Embrace the opportunity to thrive in Newbury, a town known for its blend of modern vibrancy and historical charm, offering an enriching place to live and work. Let your next career move be the one where you make a significant difference in the lives of others while enjoying the scenic and tranquil setting of Newbury. Join us in this rewarding journey.

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