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Educational Psychologist

Myn
Posted 6 days ago, valid for a day
Location

Dorchester, Dorset DT2 9FN, England

Salary

£550 - £600 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Myn is seeking an Educational Psychologist for a temporary position in Dorchester, offering a salary of £550-£600 per day.
  • The role involves supporting Education, Health, and Care Needs Assessments to improve outcomes for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
  • Candidates must have a post-graduate professional qualification in Educational Psychology and experience with various assessment methods for children's social and emotional skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with a commitment to continuous professional development and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
  • This position provides an opportunity to make a direct impact on children's lives while being part of a supportive team with flexible working arrangements.
Educational PsychologistLocation: DorchesterContract: TemporarySalary: £550-£600 per dayMyn is recruiting on behalf of our long-term partner in the South West of England for an Educational Psychologist to help improve outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). If you’re passionate about empowering children, working collaboratively with families, and making a difference, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your expertise.What You’ll Do:
  • Support Education, Health, and Care Needs Assessments, ensuring psychological services meet statutory duties.
  • Collaborate with parents, carers, schools, and agencies to enhance the skills of professionals and improve early intervention.
  • Work closely with children and young people, using person-centred planning to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Attend and contribute to development meetings with Family Partnership Zones and other Local Authority teams.
  • Contribute to the in-service training of teachers, providing expert advice to improve educational practices.
  • Align your work with service policies, ensuring the delivery of coordinated and effective support.
What We’re Looking For:
  • A post-graduate professional qualification that qualifies you to practice as an Educational Psychologist in the UK (or will have this qualification by the start date).
  • Strong understanding of children’s rights and the SEND Code of Practice.
  • Experience with various assessment methods to support children’s social, emotional, and resiliency skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of psychological theories, evidence-based interventions for SEND, and current national developments in education and psychology.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with health and social care colleagues.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and professional integrity.
Why Join Us?
  • Make a direct impact on the lives of children and families by providing critical psychological support.
  • Be part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to improving educational outcomes.
  • Benefit from a competitive daily rate and the opportunity for further professional development.
  • Temporary contract with flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance.
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role and help transform the lives of children with SEND, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team committed to excellence in educational psychology.

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