At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct psychological assessments and provide expert advice for children and young people.
- Company: Join the London Borough of Redbridge's dedicated Educational Psychology Service.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Help shape the future of young minds while working in diverse educational settings.
- Qualifications: Honours Degree in Psychology and relevant postgraduate qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Job Overview The London Borough of Redbridge is seeking qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists to join its Educational Psychology Service on a locum/sessional basis, working between 1 and 5 days per week across schools, family homes, and office locations throughout the borough.
This role centres on delivering high-quality statutory SEN work, with a specific focus on providing psychological advice as part of the Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) process.
You will conduct face‑to‑face assessments in schools, educational settings, and family homes, producing evidence‑based psychological advice using the Redbridge EHC advice template.
Two days are allocated per EHC advice completed.
Key Responsibilities Undertaking psychological assessments of children and young people.
Identifying strengths, needs, outcomes and appropriate provision recommendations.
Maintaining accurate records.
Working collaboratively with the SEND Team, families, schools and wider professionals to ensure all reports meet statutory deadlines and Redbridge quality standards.
Qualifications Honours Degree in Psychology.
Postgraduate qualification at Master’s or Doctorate level recognised by the British Psychological Society and the Association of Educational Psychologists as constituting professional training in Educational Psychology.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) required, or eligibility for registration if newly qualified.
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