Educational Psychologist
Location: 10 Prince Edward Road, NE34 8PS
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 12+ months
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 470.29 Per Day
Job Ref: (phone number removed)
Job Responsibilities
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Provide psychological assessments and advice to support children and young people.
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Work collaboratively with schools, families, and other professionals.
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Contribute to statutory assessments and written reports.
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Offer consultation and guidance to education settings and local authority teams.
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Support early intervention and inclusion strategies.
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Maintain accurate records in line with council policies and professional standards.
Person Specification
Must-Have Requirements
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Qualification in Educational Psychology recognised in the UK.
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Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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Enhanced DBS check (issued within the last 12 months or registered on the update service).
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Right to work in the UK.
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Relevant professional experience in an educational or local authority setting.
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Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
Nice-to-Have Requirements
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Previous experience working with a local authority.
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Knowledge of SEND legislation and statutory assessment processes.
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Strong report-writing and communication skills.
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