Educational Psychologist

11 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To provide specialist Educational Psychology services in support of statutory Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) assessments, ensuring that high-quality psychological advice contributes to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

The postholder will undertake psychological assessments, analyse educational and developmental needs, and provide evidence-based recommendations to support children and young people with SEND. Working remotely, the Educational Psychologist will contribute to statutory assessment processes and help ensure compliance with relevant legislation and timescales.

Key Responsibilities

Complete statutory Educational Psychology assessments as part of Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs). Provide psychological advice and recommendations for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Gather, review and analyse educational, developmental and psychological information. Liaise with schools, parents, carers and professionals as required to inform assessments.

Produce high-quality written reports within agreed timescales. Ensure assessments comply with SEND legislation and statutory guidance. Apply psychological theory and evidence-based practice to assessment work. Identify strengths, needs and appropriate educational interventions. Support Local Authority statutory duties relating to SEND assessments.

Maintain accurate records and professional documentation. Work independently while maintaining high professional standards. Meet agreed assessment targets and performance requirements. Contribute to positive outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

Requirements

Essential Qualified Educational Psychologist. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience within an English Local Authority. Significant experience completing statutory SEND assessments. Experience contributing to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Strong knowledge of: Children and Families Act 2014 SEND Code of Practice Educational Psychology assessment frameworks Special Educational Needs processes Excellent report writing and analytical skills. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Experience working with schools, families and multi-agency professionals. Desirable Experience working remotely within a Local Authority Educational Psychology Service. Experience managing high volumes of statutory assessment work. Knowledge of North Yorkshire SEND processes and procedures. Additional Information Location: Entirely Remote (North Yorkshire) Hours Per Week: 37 Hours Payment Frequency: Bi-Weekly Payments