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A leading educational organization in Manchester is seeking an Educational Psychologist to enhance support for children and young people. The role involves conducting assessments, leading inclusive practices, and delivering staff training on trauma-informed approaches. The ideal candidate will be HCPC registered with significant experience in special education and therapeutic settings, aiming to ensure that all students receive the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally. This position fosters collaboration across teams and promotes a culture of inclusion and wellbeing.

Educational Psychologist for Inclusion & Impact

The Educational Psychologist will be part of a multi-disciplinary therapeutic and assessment team, that will enable all children and young people to thrive within our organisation through the development of inclusive practices that remove barriers to learning. This will be achieved through working directly with children, young people and their families through the support and development of our colleagues to be able to deliver appropriate universal and targeted support within our sectors of Alternative Provision, Specialist College and Education and Skills Training Academies. The Educational Psychologist plays a strategic and integral role in promoting inclusive, trauma informed and psychologically grounded practices and will lead on the psychological understanding of student needs. This role combines direct psychological assessment and intervention with whole organisation leadership, staff development, and multi agency collaboration. The Educational Psychologist will ensure that every student receives tailored, evidence based support that enables them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. They will also play key role in shaping policy, evaluating impact and embedding a culture of inclusion, equity and emotional wellbeing throughout the college. Key Responsibilities Psychological Assessment and Intervention <ul> <li>Conduct in depth psychological assessments to understand the cognitive, emotional and behavioural needs of students.</li> <li>Design and implement interventions to help pupils overcome challenges and improve their personal development and academic performance.</li> <li>Work effectively with a range of key stakeholders across our organisation including our SENCOs, teaching and pastoral teams to enable them to ensure practice is inclusive of identified needs.</li> <li>Provide direct therapeutic support to students, using approaches such as CBT, solution focused therapy or trauma informed practices.</li> <li>Develop strategies and skills for the implementation of a range of therapeutic interventions to be delivered by non therapists.</li> <li>Provide supervision to colleagues as required.</li> <li>Determine if additional assessments such as speech and language, occupational therapy or dyslexia evaluations are necessary.</li> <li>Support colleagues to facilitate collaboration between parents/carers and Navigators to address and discuss concerns within the educational setting.</li> <li>Provide support and guidance to teachers, parents, and other school staff in creating a positive learning environment for all students.</li> </ul> Strategic Inclusion Leadership <ul> <li>Lead on the development and implementation of inclusive practices across the organisation.</li> <li>Contribute to the design and evaluation of whole organisation strategies that promote emotional wellbeing, engagement and achievement.</li> <li>Support the leadership team in embedding a psychologically informed approach to behaviour, curriculum and pastoral care.</li> <li>Contribute to organisational policy and planning.</li> </ul> Staff Development and Consultation <ul> <li>Deliver training and professional development sessions for staff on topics such as trauma informed practice, emotional regulation and inclusive pedagogy.</li> <li>Provide psychological consultation and coaching to staff to support reflective practice and inclusive classroom strategies.</li> <li>Promote a culture of continuous learning and emotional literacy among staff.</li> </ul> Multi agency Collaboration and Family Engagement <ul> <li>Work collaboratively with external professionals including CAMHS, Social Care, and local authority SEND teams to ensure coordinated support.</li> <li>Engage with families and carers to share insights, build trust and support joined up planning for students.</li> <li>Contribute to multi disciplinary meetings and reviews, including EHCP planning and safeguarding discussions.</li> </ul> Monitoring, Evaluation and Supervision <ul> <li>Monitor the impact of psychological interventions and inclusion strategies using data to inform practice and planning.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports for internal and external stakeholders.</li> </ul> Skills and Abilities <ul> <li>Advanced Psychological Assessment - Expertise in conducting cognitive, emotional and behavioural assessments using a range of standardised tools and frameworks.</li> <li>Inclusive Practice Leadership - Proven ability to lead and embed inclusive strategies across educational settings, particularly for students with SEN and SEMH.</li> <li>Therapeutic Intervention Skills - Skilled in delivering and overseeing evidence based interventions e.g. CBT, solution focused approaches, trauma informed practices.</li> <li>Consultation and Coaching - Strong ability to provide psychological consultation to staff, supporting reflective practice and capacity building within the team.</li> <li>Safeguarding and Risk Management - Deep understanding of safeguarding principles and the ability to assess and manage risk in complex cases.</li> <li>Multi agency collaboration - Confident in working with external professionals e.g. CAMHS, social care, SEND teams to ensure coordinated support for students.</li> <li>Training and Development - Experienced in designing and delivering CPD sessions for staff on topics such as emotional regulation, attachment and inclusive pedagogy.</li> <li>Data analysis and impact evaluation - Ability to analyse data to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and inform strategic planning.</li> <li>Communication and interpersonal skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with students' families and professionals.</li> <li>Resilience and Emotional intelligence - High level of self awareness, empathy and resilience when working in emotionally demanding environments.</li> <li>Strategic Thinking - Capable of contributing to whole college development planning and policy making from a psychological and inclusion focused perspective.</li> </ul> Experience and Qualifications Essential <ul> <li>HCPC - registered Educational Psychologist.</li> <li>Significant experience working with children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs.</li> <li>Proven ability to lead inclusion initiatives and influence whole organisation practice.</li> <li>Experience in alternative provision, special education or therapeutic settings.</li> <li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. SEND code of practice, Children and Families Act, safeguarding frameworks.</li> </ul> Desirable <ul> <li>Training in therapeutic approaches e.g. CBT, DDP, EMDR, mindfulness.</li> <li>Familiarity with trauma informed and restorative practices.</li> </ul> Behaviours and Attitudes <ul> <li>Empathy: Foster a supportive environment that encourages understanding and compassion among students and staff.</li> <li>Integrity: Uphold honesty and strong moral principles in all interactions and decisions.</li> <li>Resilience: Encourage students to develop coping strategies and the ability to bounce back from challenges.</li> <li>Trust: Build a culture of trust where students feel safe to express themselves and take risks in their learning.</li> <li>Authenticity: Encourage students to be true to themselves and embrace their individuality.</li> <li>Commitment: Instil a sense of dedication to personal growth and the learning process.</li> <li>Honesty: Promote transparency and truthfulness in all communications and assessments.</li> <li>Enjoyment: Create a joyful learning environment where students find pleasure in their educational experiences.</li> <li>Learning: Encourage a lifelong love of learning and curiosity about the world.</li> <li>Respect: Cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect among students, staff, and the wider community.</li> </ul>

Educational Psychologist for Inclusion

An educational institution in the UK is seeking an HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist to lead and develop psychological services across the Trust. This role involves supporting Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) initiatives, delivering training, and working closely with staff to foster inclusion and mental well-being among students. Applicants should possess a passion for helping children succeed academically and personally. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Educational Psychologist - SEND & Mental Health Leader

Job Title: Education Psychologist Salary Grade: £47,688-£57,954 (Full-time Equivalent) Working Pattern: Mainly during the school day With some flexibility for after school training, meetings with families, and CPD delivery Hours: 37 hours per week - Part time hours or term time hours will be considered Annual Leave: Generous entitlement Minimum 27 days (rising to 32) plus bank holidays - term time only will be considered Part time will also be considered Location: Central office in Leigh, travelling to schools within the Trust Required From: ASAP Closing date: 10th November 12 noon May close earlier if a suitable number of high quality applications are received In this role, you will: Lead and develop psychological services across the Trust, fostering relational and trauma informed approaches. Balance direct work with children alongside consultation, assessment, training and strategic advice for staff. Support all areas of SEND in line with the Code of Practice, using a solution focused, preventative model with assessment via observation, consultation, pupil views, and direct work. Inform interventions including classroom strategies, curriculum adaptations, therapeutic support, and referrals to external agencies such as CAMHS. Plan and deliver SEND specific CPD and training, working alongside Executive Leaders to support whole school and Trust wide priorities. Contribute to the development of Education, Health and Care Plans and strategic SEND initiatives. Evaluate and celebrate the positive impact of your work through teacher feedback, EHCP outcomes, case studies, learning walks, and school self evaluations. In the longer term, there may be opportunities to extend elements of the service to partner schools and external settings, broadening its impact and reach. We are looking for an HCPC registered Educational Psychologist passionate about inclusion, mental health, and helping children succeed academically and in life. In return our Trust offers you: <ul> <li>A generous employer contribution towards LGPS pension</li> <li>Access to Employment Assistance Programme</li> <li>A strong and supportive Trust Central Team</li> <li>Excellent CPD opportunities</li> <li>Generous Holiday entitlement</li> <li>Wellbeing Package</li> <li>Salary sacrifice schemes.</li> <li>Access to training opportunities and professional development</li> </ul> Applications should be made through the My New Term link. Further information is available by email - All application forms should be returned by email with a letter of application which makes reference to the job description. This should be no longer than 2 sides of A4 with a font size 12. This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. The Epworth Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At the Epworth Education Trust, we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children. We work to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in our Safeguarding Policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

Educational Psychologist EDV/2025/EET/96317 Epworth Education Trust Epworth Education Trust Cen ...

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training &amp; development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Meadowcroft School - Wakefield, WF1 4AD Salary: Up to £65k (FTE, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&amp;C's Apply) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise <ul><li>WE LISTEN. We never assume.</li><li>WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.</li><li>WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. </li></ul> Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Meadowcroft school. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Meadowcroft School - Wakefield, WF1 4AD - Meadowcroft School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19. <ul><li> Meadowcroft School </li><li> School Finder - Acorn </li></ul> For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: <ul><li>Registered with the HCPC</li><li>Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate)</li><li>Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group</li><li>Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies)</li><li>Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers</li><li>Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels.</li><li>Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review</li><li>Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery.</li><li>Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards.</li><li>Knowledge of client group and their needs.</li><li>Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity.</li><li>Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others.</li><li>Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people</li><li>Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans</li><li>Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations.</li><li>Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes.</li><li>Ongoing evidence of CPD.</li><li>Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes.</li><li>Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary.</li><li>Excellent time management and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines.</li><li>Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post.</li><li>Commitment to the values of the organisation. </li><li>Flexible approach to working environments.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel on company business. </li><li>Full driving licence and access to a car. </li></ul> Desirable <ul><li>Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care).</li><li>Experience of providing supervision to others. </li><li>Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. </li><li>Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. </li><li>Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group</li><li>Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches </li></ul> Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: <ul><li>£2,000 training allowance </li><li>Life Assurance </li><li>Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions </li><li>"Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services </li> . click apply for full job details</ul>

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Clinical Psychologist ADHD/ASD Assessments (Manchester)Location: Manchester (Remote or On-Site) Salary: £200 per assessment or £60,000 per annumWe are seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join a growing Adult Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service specialising in ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations click apply for full job details

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