Educational Psychologists

Hertfordshire Local Area Partnership; Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational services provider in Stevenage seeks Educational Psychologists to provide statutory advice and support for children aged 0 to 25. The role involves implementing creative strategies to enable educational success. Candidates should be HCPC registered, with strong communication skills, and a driving license is required. A competitive salary package is on offer, alongside hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

Market enhancement payment

Welcome/retention payment

Ongoing recruitment process

Sponsorship for eligible roles

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience supporting children and young people aged 0 to 25.
• Good knowledge of legislation related to young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality preventative and statutory advice.
• Devise creative strategies and interventions.
• Provide crisis and critical incident support.

Skills

HCPC registered

Strong communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Skills in engaging with young people

Education

Qualifications recognized by the British Psychological Society

Currently on the doctoral course

Job description

Job Title

Educational Psychologists

Salary

Starting Salary: Soulbury A scale 3-8 £47,688 to £57,954 pa, up to 3 additional SPA points, plus £3k annual market enhancement* and £5k welcome/retention payment** (pro rata for part time).

Hours

Full time or part time

Location

Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead - with travel countywide (hybrid working)

Contract Type

Permanent

About Us

At Hertfordshire County Council, we are focused on delivering positive and successful life outcomes for local children. We know a great education is vital to putting children and young people on the right path, and as such, we’re investing in extending our Educational Psychology Service. With a focus on utilising an integrated practices framework, our service delivers innovative solutions to some of Hertfordshire’s most vulnerable residents.

About the Role

As an Educational Psychologist who has experience of supporting children and young people aged 0 to 25 (with a particular emphasis on SEND), you will deliver high quality preventative and statutory advice that will enable service users to get the most out of their educational experiences, overcoming hurdles to inclusion and success. This will put you at the cutting edge of educational psychology, as you devise creative strategies and interventions that will help children and young people get the most out of life.

About You

We welcome applications from trainee EPs currently on the doctoral course. We are looking for a research or evidence-based practitioner with an exceptional ability to connect with children and young people. With skills in formulating hypotheses based on the evidence that you are provided with, you will have the flexibility to provide last-minute crisis and critical incidence support, so that we can fully embrace the importance of early intervention.

HCPC registered, with qualifications recognised by the British Psychological Society, you will have a good knowledge of legislation relating to young people under the age of 25. You will also be a highly organised individual with good communication and engagement capabilities, and able to remain calm and resilient under pressure. Due to the nature of the role, a driving licence and vehicle are essential.

For an informal discussion and more information please contact: Naina Cowell, Principal EP (East) [e-mail] or Melanie Flay, Principal EP (West) [e-mail]

Eligibility and Requirements

• HCPC registered, with qualifications recognised by the British Psychological Society
• Good knowledge of legislation relating to young people under 25
• Highly organised with strong communication and engagement skills
• Ability to remain calm and resilient under pressure
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle

Additional Information

• Recruitment is ongoing; you will be contacted via email about the success of your application within 2 weeks.
• We offer sponsorship for eligible roles meeting UKVI requirements for candidates who currently reside in the UK at the time of application.
• Disability Confident employer; guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
• Safeguarding: This role requires a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Driving Required: You’ll need the ability to drive and travel around Hertfordshire, using your own transport or a company car.
• English Fluency: Ability to converse in English with the public; provision of a sign language interpreter may be required where applicable.