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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

Specialist Counsellor Required (NHS Trust): Manchester Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Band: Band 6 Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Part-time Reference number:349-CSS- A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 Counsellor working within the field of amputees. The post holder will be working alongside a highly skilled and specialist multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of our specialist counsellor. You will be responsible for providing care to adults and children following amputation or with limb difference in the out patient setting at the Specialised Ability Centre. You must be passionate about providing a high quality service for our patients, have excellent communication skills both verbal and written, and have experience of working both independently and as part of a team. For further information or for an informal discussion please contact Ged Pandolfo, Specialist Counsellor on . Main duties of the job <ul> <li>Undertake assessment, deliver and manage own caseload within service delivery standards and clinical priorities</li> <li>Provide emotional support to patients (and their relatives) which can often be held under distressing and upsetting circumstances, including being present at physical examinations.</li> <li>Responsible for the assessment of counselling needs including the use of clinical measures to support and deliver agreed outcomes of therapeutic support with the patient.</li> <li>Accept referrals from the wider service MDT and discuss the appropriateness of referrals, referring to other services, where relevant, ensuring smooth transition</li> <li>To explain service procedures to patients including clear consent protocols and confidentiality boundaries</li> <li>Write reports and provide statistical information to assist service delivery and evaluation</li> <li>Have the skills required to motivate and support patients at different stages of their treatment progress</li> <li>Plan and prioritise own workload according to clinical need and discuss relevant issues as required with a senior member of staff</li> <li>To be an integral member of the wider clinical multi-disciplinary team, providing advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients' rehabilitation care plan</li> <li>The individual will be an autonomous practitioner being professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of their professional and clinical work and therefore able to recognise their limitations</li> </ul>

Specialist Counsellor Required (NHS Trust): Manchester

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 ...

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our Client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add a High Intensity Counsellor to their team.This is a once in a lifetime career opportunity for an exceptional counselling professional to join a truly Service Led business, the industry leading EAP and OH provider &amp; Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work.'<ul><li>Full-time </li><li>Hybrid - Manchester office.</li></ul> RoleYou will manage a caseload of clients via video counselling, adopting a Solution Focused Brief Therapy approach. Where required, you will also work with those individuals who require a higher level of psychological intervention. As part of the role you will be accredited or working towards accreditation, and have a higher level qualification in CBT or EMDR or be completing relevant training.The role also involves providing immediate emotional support and guidance to callers via our 24/7 helpline - completing clinical assessments and signposting appropriately. You will complete risk assessments and work in line with the BACP code of ethics - ensuring the highest level of service and support is provided. Day to Day Responsibilities<ul><li>Effectively maintain an active caseload of structured video counselling sessions,</li><li>utilising a Solution Focused Brief Therapy approach.</li><li>Maintain an active caseload of Digital CBT clients, including Digital Trauma</li><li>Programme</li><li>On request, manage a caseload of high intensity counselling cases via video -</li><li>working with those who require a higher level of psychological intervention such as</li><li>CBT or EMDR</li><li>To demonstrate an ability to work with a variety of individuals and presenting issues,</li><li>including those who are distressed, at risk or where child and adult safeguarding</li><li>concerns are identified</li></ul> What you bring to the team?<ul><li>To be BACP accredited or working towards accreditation</li><li>To be trained in CBT or EMDR or working towards higher level qualifications</li><li>Relevant telephone experience and/ or EAP experience</li><li>High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)</li></ul> Benefits:<ul><li>25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays</li><li>Day off on your birthday</li><li>Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service</li><li>Cash plan for you (and your children, if any)</li><li>Contractual sick pay</li><li>Private medical insurance after 5 years' service</li><li>Pension Plan and Life Insurance</li><li>Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service</li><li>Support with revalidation and CPD</li><li>Funding support with training and development</li><li>Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service</li><li>Profit share scheme</li><li>Season ticket loan scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Cycle to work scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Social sessions on the last Friday of the month with free food and drink - we call this Fab Friday!</li><li>Company incentives, access to discount schemes</li><li>Paid membership to BACP upon successful completion of probationary period (or equivalent accrediting body)</li><li>Free 24/7 onsite gym with regular group classes</li></ul> P69977LSR6INDMANS

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