Senior Educational Psychologist

Location: Peterborough, UKSalary: £58,348 - £62,540, plus up to 3 SPA points £66,425Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent

About Us:Peterborough City Council is excited to offer an opportunity for a Senior Educational Psychologist to join our dynamic and friendly Educational Psychology Service (EPS). Our team is highly regarded within the Local Authority and among stakeholders, and we are committed to pioneering innovative practices in SEN and Inclusion Services.

The Opportunity:We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Educational Psychologist to join our team. This role offers a chance to contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality educational psychology services across Peterborough, supporting strategic planning and providing supervision to team members.

About Our Service:

• We are actively building capacity to meet demand and pioneer innovative practices.
• All EPs are involved in our accredited ELSA training or supervision program, for which we have been awarded the ELSA Quality Mark.
• Established consultation model that values the application of psychology, innovative practice, and professional integrity.
• Continuous professional development is prioritized, with strong links to universities.

Senior Educational Psychologist's Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the senior leadership team to develop and support service delivery and strategic initiatives.
• Provide supervision for Educational Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists, and Trainee Educational Psychologists.
• Embrace our consultation service delivery model and contribute positively to high-quality service.
• Develop and deliver training and supervision to school and setting staff, applying up-to-date theory and research.
• Support schools in delivering the graduated approach for children and young adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
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Qualifications:

• At least three years of experience as a qualified Educational Psychologist.
• Registered with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
• Effective communication skills and knowledge of current practices in Educational Psychology.
• Competent in delivering training to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: Continuous opportunities for growth, including supervision of TEPs, ELSAs, and EBSA to support career progression.
• Innovative Practices: Engage in a variety of work, including accredited ELSA training programs and consultation services.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values professional integrity and innovative practices.
• Employee Benefits: Access to VIVUP, flexible working hours, 30 days annual leave, relocation package, comprehensive pension scheme, immediate life cover, and reimbursement of HCPC registration fees.
• Vibrant Location: Peterborough offers excellent rail links to London and other major cities.

Apply Now! If you are passionate about educational psychology and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Click "Apply" to join our dedicated team and contribute to the well-being and development of children in Peterborough.

Peterborough City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service.