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Educational Psychologist

Gateshead Council, Shipcote, Gateshead

Educational Psychologist

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Gateshead Council, Shipcote, Gateshead

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 30 May | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: f82bf07b73bd4b30ac4caa682daafb55

Location ref: Shipcote, Gateshead

Full Job Description

  • Deliver a high-quality Educational Psychology Service to children, young people, families and education settings, promoting learning, mental health and wellbeing
  • Work directly with schools through a successful traded Service Level Agreement, supporting inclusion and outcomes
  • Provide consultation, advice and problem-solving support to staff, parents/carers and other professionals
  • Contribute to assessment of special educational needs, delivering high-quality psychological advice, interventions and outcomes-based support
  • Deliver evidence-based, psychologically informed interventions to individuals and groups across the 0-25 age range
  • Work as part of a multi-agency approach to support inclusion in line with legislation and local policy
  • Contribute to strategic service developments and projects, including the "Experts at Hand" model
  • Plan and deliver research initiatives and training.
  • Participate in supervision arrangements within the service, both internal supervision and external e.g. MeLSA and ELSA.
  • Monitor and evaluate service delivery, maintaining accurate and timely records
  • Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusive practice in all areas of work
  • Collaborate as an active member of a supportive team, contributing to service improvement and development

    An Honours Degree in Psychology which provides eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
  • Postgraduate training in Educational Psychology which is recognised by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Registration with the HCPC.
  • A current driving license and have access to a car or means to mobility support.
  • Professional qualifications & registration: Honours Degree in Psychology (GBC eligible), recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology, and HCPC registration.
  • Strong knowledge base: Up-to-date understanding of SEND legislation, safeguarding, child development, consultation approaches, and assessment frameworks.
  • Applied practice expertise: Experience using evidence-based psychology with children, young people and professionals across education and community settings.
  • Assessment & intervention skills: Ability to use and interpret a range of psychological assessment tools and deliver effective interventions for individuals and groups.
  • Collaboration & delivery: Proven experience of multi-agency working, delivering training, and working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Core professional skills: Excellent communication, report writing, ICT use, organisation and time management, with ability to meet deadlines.

    Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.
    • We're delighted that you're interested in working with us. You'd be joining us at a very exciting time. We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive. At Gateshead Council you'd be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we're confident that it isn't just the salary that attracts our staff.

  • Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
  • Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
  • Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
  • Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
  • Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
  • Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions - a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
  • Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services - plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).
    • Our commitment to you

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/educational-psychologist-126908958