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

Springwell Alternative Academy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a passionate Educational Psychologist to lead and develop psychological services. This role involves working closely with children, supporting educational needs, and contributing to crucial development plans. Applicants should be HCPC-registered and have a strong commitment to inclusion and mental health. The position offers flexible hours, generous leave entitlements, and access to professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous employer contribution towards pension

Access to Employment Assistance Programme

Excellent CPD opportunities

Wellbeing Package

Qualifications

• Must be an HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist.
• Experience in applying trauma-informed approaches in education.
• Ability to evaluate and support educational strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop psychological services across the Trust.
• Lead assessments and consultations for children.
• Contribute to the development of Education, Health and Care Plans.

Skills

HCPC registration

Passion for inclusion

Experience with SEND

Education

Educational Psychology Degree

Job description

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:

• A generous employer contribution towards LGPS pension
• Access to Employment Assistance Programme
• A strong and supportive Trust Central Team
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Generous Holiday entitlement
• Wellbeing Package
• Salary sacrifice schemes.
• Access to training opportunities and professional development

Applications should be made through the My New Term link. Further information is available by email - [e-mail]

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.