At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people’s emotional and educational well-being through innovative practices.
- Company: Join Hackney Education, a leading local authority in London focused on inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for collaboration and growth in a diverse community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Psychology degree and experience working with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 37265 - 41616 £ per year.
Salary: Grade GBP £37,265 to £41,616 (Soulbury EP SCP 2-5) plus Inner London Weighting £3,803
Contract Type: Fixed Term / Secondment
Contract Length: 3 Years
Contracted Hours: Full Time - 36 hours per week
DBS Required: Yes
Department: Children & Education Service Hackney Education
Closing date: 28/06/2026
Hackney Education provides a range of services to support the education of children, young people and adults in our inner London borough. Hackney is one of the UK’s highest performing local authorities, serving one of London’s best places to live and work. Within our diverse borough, we serve a wide range of children and young people, with a particular focus on supporting less advantaged families.
Hackney Education’s key priority is to improve the life chances of every child, young person and learner, making Hackney the most forward-looking education system in the UK, where schools, settings and partners provide an exciting environment that ensures inclusion and success for everyone.
About the Role:
- Delivering SEND Reforms: Supporting the implementation of new legislation and frameworks to improve outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
- Assessment & Intervention: Assisting with observations, data analysis, and the delivery of evidence-based interventions.
- Collaborative Practice: Working within a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to provide coordinated support to schools, families, and professionals.
- Research & Development: Contributing to research projects and disseminating findings to support inclusive practice.
Who We Are Looking For:
- A Psychology degree (or equivalent).
- At least 1 year of experience working with children and young people (this does not need to be continuous).
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Evidence of applying psychological theory to work with children and young people and an understanding of the Local Authority Educational Psychologist role.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage workloads effectively.
- An understanding of SEND reforms and relevant legislation.
- A proactive approach to research, presentation, and intervention delivery.
Why Join Us?
Hackney is a diverse and dynamic borough. You will be joining a supportive, forward-thinking team that values professional development, self-reflection, innovation, and leadership. We prioritize collaborative working relationships and are looking for Assistant Educational Psychologists who are ready to learn and contribute to our ongoing success.
Interviews: Currently scheduled for 15 and 17 July 2026.
Please note: we reserve the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications. Hackney Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved.
In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, age and marital status. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and people from a black and global majority background as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Assistant Educational Psychologist employer: Hackney Borough Council
Hackney Education is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration. As part of a forward-thinking team in one of London's most dynamic boroughs, Assistant Educational Psychologists will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people while benefiting from a supportive environment that values innovation and diversity.
