Educational Psychologists

Starting salary for this role will be Soulbury Range 4‑9 (starting at
5) plus 3 SPA points (pro rata for part‑time colleagues). This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career hout exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward‑thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #Be The Difference  rn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

Are you passionate about shaping brighter futures for children and young people? Do you thrive on using psychology to create meaningful, positive change? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

• Apply psychology to improve outcomes, promote inclusion, and support emotional wellbeing for children and young people.
• Use family‑ and child‑centred approaches, working collaboratively with parents, schools, and partners.
• Help the Council meet statutory duties for vulnerable children, including those with SEND and disabilities.
• Stay current with professional practice while managing your workload effectively.
• Contribute creatively as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Deliver high‑quality traded services to schools, including consultation, assessment, intervention and progress monitoring.
• Deliver inclusive practice through co‑production and a Graduated Response to SEND.
• Offer professional advice to the SEN Team, including involvement in complex casework and tribunals.
• Provide safeguarding‑compliant, child‑centred support at all times.
• Deliver professional development and contribute to critical incident response for educational settings.

• Honours degree in Psychology or equivalent.
• A recognised qualification in Educational Psychology (or be currently in training).

• Experience delivering a broad range of Educational Psychology casework.
• Experience in delivering training, promoting inclusion, and working with vulnerable children.
• Strong understanding of psychological assessments, SEND legislation and multi‑agency working.

• Solution‑focused thinking.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Motivation to support others and drive positive outcomes for all children.
• Commitment to inclusion and valuing diversity.

• HCPC registration (or eligibility).
• Enhanced DBS check with Child Barred List.
• Ability to travel across the area (use of public transport or full UK driving licence with vehicle access).

This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to:

• Shape the educational journeys of children and young people.
• Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
• Develop professionally through diverse casework and CPD opportunities.
• Play a central role in promoting inclusion and wellbeing across local communities.

If you’re driven by purpose, committed to collaboration and passionate about making education work for every child, we’d be thrilled to receive your application.

BCP Council offers attractive enhanced benefits and a competitive pay and reward package. For more details visit our benefits page.

Note:

this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.