Educational Psychologist

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 22/05/2026

Job Information

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Shefford

Province West Berkshire

Postal Code RG17

Job Description 6 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality Educational Psychology services through the completion of statutory assessments, psychological advice and tribunal work for children and young people across Central Bedfordshire. The postholder will undertake in-person assessments, observations and direct work to support the identification of educational needs and contribute to positive outcomes for children, families and educational settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete statutory Educational Psychology assessments within agreed timescales.
• Undertake psychological assessments, observations and direct work with children and young people in educational settings.
• Prepare high-quality written psychological advice and professional reports to support Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
• Contribute to tribunal work and provide professional evidence where required.
• Liaise effectively with schools, parents, carers and multi-agency professionals.
• Provide recommendations and strategies to support children and young people with additional educational needs.
• Attend meetings relating to statutory assessment processes, either in person or online where agreed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Ensure all assessments and reports are completed within the required four-week timeframe.
• Work in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards and safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

• Qualified Educational Psychologist with registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience completing statutory Educational Psychology assessments and reports.
• Knowledge of SEND legislation, Education Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNA) and tribunal processes.
• Ability to undertake in-person observations and direct assessment work.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and partnership working skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience working collaboratively with schools, families and multi-agency professionals.

Additional Information

• Pay: Rates per assessment starting from £1,100 (£550 per day), subject to negotiation
• Location: Central Bedfordshire and occasional out-of-authority assessments
• Hours: Flexible / As Agreed
• Working Pattern: In-person assessments required; meetings may be conducted online by agreement
• Contract Type: Associate / Locum
• Completion Timescale: Assessments must be completed within 4 weeks of allocation