At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct face-to-face educational assessments for children and young people in a supportive clinic.
- Company: Reputable private neurodevelopmental clinic on the Essex/Greater London border.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, strong admin support, and competitive fees per assessment.
- Other info: Join a nurturing team focused on high-quality, strengths-based practice.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying flexibility and professional growth.
- Qualifications: HCPC Registered Educational Psychologist with experience in SpLD assessments.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 32000 £ per year.
Join a growing private neurodevelopmental clinic with an outstanding local reputation. We are currently supporting a well-established independent neurodevelopmental clinic to recruit an experienced Associate Educational Psychologist to support with Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) Assessments, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia Assessments and Form 8 Exam Access Arrangements.
Due to increasing referral demand and continued service expansion, this is an excellent opportunity for an Educational Psychologist seeking flexible associate work within a highly supportive, strengths-based private clinic environment. This role would particularly suit an Educational Psychologist looking for additional ad hoc work alongside existing commitments, with flexibility around availability.
The Opportunity:
- Face-to-face educational assessments within a welcoming private clinic environment based in an accessible area on the Essex / Greater London border.
- Ad hoc and referral dependent work, with an anticipated capacity of 1–2 clinic days per month, completing two assessments per clinic day.
- Appointment times: 9:30am and 1:00pm; Fridays preferred, with flexibility for midweek availability.
- Strong administrative and operational support provided.
- High-quality, structured clinical process in place.
Associate Fees:
- Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) Assessment: £600 per assessment
- Form 8 Exam Access Arrangement Assessment: £600 per assessment
- Combined Autism & SpLD Assessment: £800–£1,050 per assessment
Key Responsibilities:
- Completing face-to-face educational psychology assessments for children, young people and adults.
- Conducting Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD) assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia assessments.
- Completing Form 8 assessments to support exam access arrangements, including recommendations for extra time, readers, scribes, supervised rest breaks and assistive technology.
- Undertaking cognitive and psychoeducational assessments using recognised assessment tools.
- Producing high-quality diagnostic reports with evidence-based recommendations for home and educational settings.
- Completing a post-assessment feedback consultation with parents/carers following assessment.
- Liaising with schools where required to support Form 8 completion and exam adjustment recommendations.
- Supporting independent educational assessments and EHCP-related work where appropriate.
- Contributing to multidisciplinary assessments where required.
What We’re Looking For:
- HCPC Registered Educational Psychologist.
- Experience completing educational psychology and cognitive assessments.
- Experience assessing Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) including dyslexia and/or dyscalculia.
- Confidence completing Form 8 reports for exam access arrangements.
- Strong report writing skills with excellent written communication.
- Ability to work independently whilst maintaining high standards of assessment quality.
- Experience supporting independent educational assessments and EHCP-related work.
- Familiarity with a range of cognitive and attainment assessments.
- Previous experience within private practice or independent assessment settings.
Why Join This Opportunity?
- Comprehensive administrative support, including scheduling, paperwork and parent communication.
- Pre-screened referrals, ensuring assessments are appropriate and well-matched.
- A highly organised assessment pathway, allowing you to focus on clinical work.
- A welcoming and professional clinic environment.
- Strong referral demand and growing service provision.
- Flexibility to fit around your existing Local Authority or private commitments.
What to Expect:
- Assessments are completed face-to-face in clinic and typically last approximately 3 hours.
- Two appointments per clinic day (9:30am and 1:00pm).
- A post-assessment feedback consultation is completed following assessment.
- Reports are expected within an agreed timeframe using structured templates.
- Full administrative and operational support is provided throughout the process.
Associate Educational Psychologist in Essex employer: Vantis Workforce Solutions
Join a highly regarded private neurodevelopmental clinic on the Essex/Greater London border, where you will thrive in a supportive and flexible environment dedicated to high-quality educational assessments. With strong administrative backing and a focus on strengths-based practice, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth while allowing you to balance your existing commitments. Enjoy the benefits of pre-screened referrals and a welcoming clinic atmosphere that prioritises both client and clinician satisfaction.
Contact Details:
Vantis Workforce Solutions Recruitment Team
