At a Glance
- Tasks: Complete psychological advice for EHC Needs Assessments and provide expert consultation to schools.
- Company: Join a council in Hackney focused on improving educational outcomes for vulnerable learners.
- Benefits: Earn £650 per day with flexible ad-hoc locum work, typically 2 days per assessment.
- Other info: Enhanced DBS security clearance is required for this role.
- Why this job: High demand for assessments offers significant opportunities to make an impact.
- Qualifications: Must hold a Doctorate or Master’s in Educational Psychology and be HCPC registered.
The predicted salary is between 130000 - 130000 £ per year.
Contract Length: Ad-hoc locum work - Typically 2 days work per assessment but there is currently a high need.
Location: Hackney
IR35: Outside
Pay Rate to Intermediary: £650 per day
Security Clearance: Enhanced DBS
Responsibilities- Completing high-quality psychological advice for Education, Health, and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNA) within statutory time frames.
- Providing expert consultation to schools, settings, and parents using a range of psychological frameworks.
- Supporting school staff through training, supervision, and project work to build capacity for inclusive practice.
- Working directly with children and young people (0–25) to promote emotional well-being and educational progress.
- Professional Qualification: A Doctorate or Master’s degree in Educational Psychology.
- HCPC Registration: You must be registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Communication Skills: The ability to translate complex psychological concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-specialists.
- Passion for Equity: A deep-seated commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners and those with SEND.
We welcome all applications regardless of background, in line with our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion.
Educational Psychologist - Council employer: Spinwell Global
This council in Hackney is dedicated to enhancing educational experiences for children aged 0-25. They offer competitive pay and value diversity, equality, and inclusion in their hiring practices. The team is committed to supporting vulnerable learners and those with special educational needs.
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