Educational Psychologist

Imagine a career where your ideas shape the future, your work directly impacts your community, and your growth is supported at every step. That’s what we offer at Suffolk County Council. As our new Educational Psychologist within our vibrant Psychology and Therapeutic Services team, you’ll be at the forefront of reimagining how local government can serve and improve lives. Join us, and let’s reimagine the possibilities together., Step 2 – Complete the Supporting Statement template (docx) by answering the following question below (500 words max):

Suffolk PTS is committed to maximising the transformative power of applied psychology to support children, families, and communities. What strengths and skills would you contribute to our community-oriented service offer?

• £48,575 – £58,348 per annum (pro rata for part time) Plus 3 SPA points, point 1 awarded after one year and point 2 after two years

• 37 hours per week (part time hours can be considered)

• Permanent, * Innovation at the Core: Help develop our values-based practice through creative workstreams, progressive practice and partnership working.

• Collaborative Culture: Work systemically with our multi-agency partners to drive positive change. We champion consultation, person-centred approaches, evidence-based practice, and therapeutic support.

• Varied and Rewarding: Be part of an evolving community-based service that places children and families at the heart. We promote innovative applications of psychology to promote positive outcomes.

• Professional Development: Benefit from HCPC reimbursement, generous CPD, quality supervision and links with EP Doctorate/Masters courses.

You will need:

• to be professionally qualified (or working towards qualification) and HCPC registered

• to adopt solution-focused strategies

• proactively develop inclusive, person-centred, strengths-based approaches

• show enthusiasm for delivering therapeutic approaches

• skilfully utilise consultation to achieve collaborative solutions, * LG (Local Government) or NHS pension, subject to meeting the current requirements

• a generous relocation package

• essential car user allowance, access to a car leasing and/or cycle-to-work scheme

• dedicated business support team

• flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing

• staff networks that are open to staff, councillors and partners who share similar characteristics, life experiences, values, and beliefs.

• Psychology and Therapeutic Services (suffolk.gov.uk)

• Wellbeing in Education (suffolk.gov.uk), We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report (suffolk.gov.uk)., Please contact Holly Robertson for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473265975 or emailing holly.robertson@suffolk.gov.uk, Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk