At a Glance
- Tasks: Apply psychology to support schools and promote child development.
- Company: Join a respected Educational Psychology Team at Portsmouth City Council.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with strong focus on early intervention.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Educational Psychologist or Trainee in second/third year of training.
The predicted salary is between 51383 - 57766 £ per year.
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Educational Psychologists to join our highly regarded Educational Psychology Team. Whether you are an experienced practitioner, newly qualified and HCPC registered, or a Trainee Educational Psychologist in your second or third year of training, we would love to hear from you.
The Educational Psychology Team is part of the Inclusion Service in Portsmouth City Council's Education Department. Our key purpose is to help promote all aspects of a child or young person's development by using psychology to make a positive difference. We operate a model of traded service which allows us to support schools directly and focus on early intervention. We also fulfil the statutory function of the Education Department and have built strong relationships with our SEN Team which enables collaborative working.
The post will include:
- Applying psychology through the delivery of services to a cluster of schools within Portsmouth.
- Multi-agency working to support children and families.
- Opportunities to engage in the development and delivery of training and workforce development across the city.
- Opportunities to engage in strategic developments; for example, with SEMH, Neurodiversity and literacy difficulties.
- Opportunities to work with EPs to develop our practice and policy, always aiming to improve outcomes for children and young people.
- Contribution to the statutory assessment and monitoring and review of children with SEND.
- Autonomy to employ the evidence-based psychological practice that you feel best meets needs.
- Full working knowledge and adherence to the underlying values, principles and policy of Portsmouth Local Safeguarding Children's Board.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified Educational Psychologist or be in your second or third year of EP training, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Possess a sound base of current psychological knowledge and skills and have an awareness of current issues in education and psychology.
- Have full working knowledge and adhere to the underlying values, principles and policy of Local Safeguarding Children's Board.
- Have good personal presentation and credibility with a range of potential client groups.
- Have the ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.
Salary: Soulbury Scale A4 - 7, £51,383 to £57,766 per annum.
Closing Date: 26 November, 2026.
Educational Psychologist in Pudsey employer: Portsmouth City Council
Portsmouth City Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive work culture that prioritises respect, integrity, and collaboration. As a SEN Team Leader, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with special educational needs, while benefiting from professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment. Located in the vibrant city of Portsmouth, this role offers a unique chance to contribute to strategic SEND developments and be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to service improvement and community well-being.
