Assistant Educational Psychologist

Job Introduction

Assistant Educational Psychologist

Salary Range: £37,265 - £41,616 per annum

Contract: Fixed term initially for 1 year, with possibility of extension dependent on future funding.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for two exceptional, enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Educational Psychologists to support the delivery of the new Experts at Hand programme, introduced by the Department for Education as part of the Government’s SEND Reforms.

Assist and provide psychological services to children, staff and families within schools.

Conduct training, intervene therapeutically, consult and develop evidence‑based approaches in areas such as cognition, emotional wellbeing, child development, attachment, trauma and teaching methodology.

Support interdisciplinary teams and collaborate with local and national training courses.

Psychology degree with evidence of applying psychology in an educational setting, such as teaching or delivering SEND support.

Experience working under pressure in a multi‑disciplinary team.

Exceptional engagement skills with children and families.

• Generous annual leave allocation (33 days + bank holidays)
• 6 sessions of whole service CPD a year, protected personal CPD time and access to CPD budget
• Flexible working, flexi leave up to 15 days per year, agile and home working arrangements
• Opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days leave per year
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – 24 hour independent, free and confidential support service
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Childcare vouchers and staff discount card

Fluency Duty: required. DBS Enhanced Adults & Children check required. A pre‑employment medical check will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.