Trauma‑Informed Educational Psychologist

William Henry Smith School; Calverley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

William Henry Smith Foundation is seeking an Educational Psychologist to influence practice across education and residential settings for children and young people aged 5–25 with SEMH, SEND and neurodiversity. You will lead on trauma‑aware approaches, contribute to complex casework and support multi‑agency collaboration.

The role requires HCPC registration, Doctorate in Educational Psychology or HCPC‑recognised equivalent, and 2–5 years post‑qualification experience.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Educational Psychology or HCPC-recognised equivalent.
• Current HCPC Practitioner Psychologist registration.
• Chartered Psychologist Status with BPS or eligible.
• 2–5 years post-qualification Educational Psychologist experience.
• Experience with SEMH, SEND, neurodiversity in children/young people.
• Strong knowledge of child development and psychological theory.
• Aligned with Foundation values and mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide Educational Psychology services within the Foundation and external services.
• Plan and deliver psychological assessments, consultation and intervention to support learning, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Lead on professional oversight to the Health, Therapies and Families Team (HTFTs) through training and supervision.
• Develop traumainformed, psychologically informed practice across the Foundation.
• Adhere to professional and regulatory standards (HCPC, BPS).
• Conduct psychological and educational assessments and contribute to EHCPs/IEPs.
• Collaborate with families, education staff, health professionals and social care to implement interventions.
• Maintain confidential records in line with safeguarding and data protection requirements.

Skills

HCPC registration

Doctorate in Educational Psychology

Chartered Psychologist (BPS)

Autonomous practice

SEMH & SEND experience

Child development knowledge

Education

Doctorate in Educational Psychology

HCPC registration (Practitioner Psychologist)

Job description

William Henry Smith Foundation is seeking an Educational Psychologist to influence practice across education and residential settings for children and young people aged 5–25 with SEMH, SEND and neurodiversity. You will lead on trauma‑aware approaches, contribute to complex casework and support multi‑agency collaboration.

The role requires HCPC registration, Doctorate in Educational Psychology or HCPC‑recognised equivalent, and 2–5 years post‑qualification experience.