Principal Educational Psychologist & Inclusion Leader

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Regular professional development

Inclusive workplace

Chance to lead EPS

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Principal Educational Psychologist to lead the Educational Psychology Service and SEND Inclusion Service. This role involves shaping strategic direction for SEND reforms, supervising senior psychologists, and representing the EPS on local boards.

Join a strong leadership team within the Education Learning and Inclusion directorate, on a hybrid arrangement with county-wide impact and flexible working opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an educational psychologist, including at least 12 months in a senior role.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and best practices.
• Proven experience in leading service delivery and managing teams.
• Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Educational Psychology Service (EPS) and SEND Inclusion Service.
• Collaborating with schools and community settings to enhance educational outcomes for children.
• Providing strategic direction for the delivery of SEND reforms.
• Supporting and supervising Senior Educational Psychologists and other team members.
• Representing the EPS on local authority and partnership boards.
• Ensuring effective collaboration with other children’s services.

Skills

Collaborative Leadership

Resilience

Problem-Solving Skills

Empathy

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Principal Educational Psychologist to lead the Educational Psychology Service and SEND Inclusion Service. This role involves shaping strategic direction for SEND reforms, supervising senior psychologists, and representing the EPS on local boards.

Join a strong leadership team within the Education Learning and Inclusion directorate, on a hybrid arrangement with county-wide impact and flexible working opportunities.