Principal Educational Psychologist - County Buildings, Ayr - SOA10977 - SOA10977

South Ayrshire Council; Ayr; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate leader to head their Educational Psychology Service. This role emphasizes equity, excellence, and empowerment through psychology, aiming to enhance educational outcomes for all children, especially those facing challenges. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, focusing on early intervention and developing nurturing approaches across various educational settings. With a strong commitment to professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Wellbeing initiatives

Work-life balance support

Car leasing scheme

Discounts on retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Scotwest Credit Union

Qualifications

• Qualified psychologist with experience in educational settings.
• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic Educational Psychology Service focused on equity and excellence.
• Implement innovative practices to improve educational outcomes for vulnerable children.

Skills

Educational Psychology

Leadership

Early Intervention

Nurture Approaches

Education

Doctorate in Educational Psychology

Master's in Psychology

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 have a strong focus on early intervention and prevention, reducing the poverty related attainment gap, and developing nurture approaches across a variety of sectors including early years, primary, secondary and specialist educational provisions. We have a strong commitment to enhancing the lives of children who are care experienced. The Service actively encourages and supports innovative and creative practice. The Service welcomes applications from aspiring leaders who are suitably qualified to lead our dynamic team.

The service has a strong commitment to supporting continuing professional development for all staff. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified psychologists. If you wish to discuss this post further, please contact Carole Campbell on 01292 612819.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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ABOUT US

South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first class leisure amenities, world-wide travel links, diverse landscapes and thriving communities.

Making a difference for our communities is at the heart of what we do and working with us means, you can use your skills, knowledge and experience to help us do just that. We currently employ around 6000 people to serve a population of more than 112,000 people located across a diverse area that includes the towns of Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick and Troon as well as small rural villages, coastline and farmland.

We are an ambitious Council, and we aim to place people at the centre of everything we do as we look to deliver the best possible outcomes. We are ambitious for our communities too and our new Council Plan is based on priorities and outcomes that we believe will have the greatest impact on the wellbeing of our communities, our local economy, and our environment.

BENEFITS

Here's what we can offer!

• Competitive salary
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement and enhanced leave scheme (purchase of up to 2 weeks' holidays)
• Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
• A healthy environment supportive of work-life balance and caring responsibilities
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounts on major supermarkets and retailers, cinemas and gym memberships (including Council leisure facilities)
• Purchase of white goods and more via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Scotwest Credit Union

REQUIREMENTS

This post is considered to be Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. Accordingly, the preferred candidate will be required to become a member of the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if already a Scheme member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made. If you wish further information on the PVG Scheme you can visit the Disclosure Scotland website at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk .

Please note you may be required to meet PVG costs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Interviews for this post are scheduled for 12.05.25

The grade of this post is Depute/Principal Educational Psychologist - point 5

The work style for this post is Hybrid Worker.

Hybrid Workers

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly between home and the office and the frequency for attending the office may vary depending on the exigencies of the service.