At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and provide strategic advice to support children's educational needs.
- Company: Join a supportive organisation that values work-life balance and clinical autonomy.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ethical payment framework, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible full-time or part-time roles available across Lancashire and Blackpool.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Doctorate in Educational Psychology and HCPC registration required.
The predicted salary is between 44875 - 68884 £ per year.
Location: Preston, Blackpool & Surrounding Lancashire Districts (On-site / Hybrid options available)
Salary Bracket: £44,875 - £68,884 per annum (Aligned to Soulbury Scale A / Dependent on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time (Permanent & Contract positions available)
Start Date: September 2026
Overview
Are you a doctorate-qualified Educational Psychologist looking to make a systemic, lasting impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you want to work with an organisation that respects clinical autonomy, values work‑life balance, and prioritises preventative, early intervention strategies? We are seeking exceptional, HCPC‑registered Educational Psychologists to support primary and secondary schools, academy trusts, and alternative provisions across Lancashire and Blackpool for the upcoming academic year.
Key Responsibilities
- Holistic Assessment: Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments of learning, communication, behavioural, and emotional needs.
- Strategic Advisory: Advise schools, SENDCOs, and local authorities on effective intervention strategies, provision mapping, and curriculum modifications.
- EHC Plans & Tribunals: Provide robust, high‑quality psychological reports to inform Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and statutory processes.
- Therapeutic & Consultation Work: Offer direct consultative support, systemic training, and evidence‑based interventions (such as CBT, VIG, or solution‑focused brief therapy) to school staff, parents, and families.
Candidate Requirements
- Education: A captured Doctorate in Educational Psychology (or equivalent recognised by the British Psychological Society).
- Professional Registration: Mandatory current registration with the HCPC.
- Experience: Open to both newly qualified EPs (completing their doctorate by September 2026) and highly experienced specialist or senior practitioners.
- Key Skills: High‑level active listening skills, non‑judgemental approach, strong academic writing capabilities, and an expert understanding of psychological factors affecting children's health, neurodiversity, and development.
- Logistics: Full clean UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel across the Lancashire/Blackpool region.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation: Remuneration tracking Soulbury Scale structures with progression points.
Ethical Payment Framework: No hidden management or umbrella company costs.
Application
Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV and a summary of your research/practice specialisms, or contact our specialist SEND and Inclusion team at rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com for a strictly confidential discussion.
Educational Psychologist (EP) employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Preston that champions the well-being of children and young people through innovative educational psychology. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, clinical autonomy, and professional development, we offer competitive salaries aligned with the Soulbury Scale, alongside opportunities for both newly qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists to thrive in a supportive environment. Our commitment to preventative strategies and early intervention ensures that you will make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
