Trainee Educational Psychologist

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational service in Wakefield is seeking Trainee Educational Psychologists to join their supportive team. Successful candidates will work under supervision, delivering psychological services to schools and participating in innovative projects. This role offers flexible working arrangements, mentoring, and opportunities to contribute to the service's development. Ideal applicants are current Year 1 or Year 2 Trainee Educational Psychologists looking to grow in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team environment

High-quality supervision

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Current Year 1 or Year 2 Trainee Educational Psychologists.
• Enthusiastic and innovative individuals.
• Ability to collaborate across Education, Health, and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Work under guidance and supervision in practice.
• Deliver psychological services to schools.
• Contribute to service development and innovative projects.

Job description

Join Our Inspiring Team at Wakefield Educational Psychology Service!

We’re looking for enthusiastic and innovative Trainee Educational Psychologists to join our dynamic and supportive team.

Why Wakefield?

As a Trainee Educational Psychologist, you will:

• Be an integral member of our team and play a key role in shaping and developing our service.
• Work under the guidance of and supervise your practice.
• Deliver high-quality psychological services to schools and settings.
• Collaborate with professionals across Education, Health, and Social Care.
• Access a wide range of experiences to help you grow and thrive in your professional journey.

What We Offer:

• A warm, supportive, and collaborative team environment.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and study.
• High-quality supervision and mentoring.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative projects and service development.
• Strong links with your university to ensure you meet course requirements and achieve your goals.
• Generous annual leave and a commitment to your ongoing CPD.

We welcome applications from current Year 1 and Year 2 Trainee Educational Psychologists.

Interviews will take place week commencing 23/02/26.

Further information about the EPS can be located at Educational Psychology Service (mylocaloffer.org)

For an informal discussion or further information about the Service / post please contact one of following on 01924 307403

• Alison McCoy (Principal Educational Psychologist)
• Angela Wright (Senior Educational Psychologist)
• Rachel Cooper (Senior Educational Psychologist)
• David Mann (Senior Educational Psychologist)
• Rachel Jamieson (Senior Educational Psychologist)

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