Educational Psychologist

Educational Psychologists – fancy a 3–day working week while still commanding up to 600 per day? I'm recruiting for an experienced Educational Psychologist to join a London Borough on a 5–month interim contract, working just 3 days per week in Bexleyheath. You'll be supporting children and young people with SEND needs, working alongside schools, families and multidisciplinary professionals to help deliver positive outcomes. You'll play a key part in supporting the Local Authority to fulfil its statutory SEND responsibilities, providing high–quality psychological advice, assessment, consultation and support. Your responsibilities will include: Providing psychological advice and assessments relating to the developmental, learning and additional needs of children and young peopleSupporting schools to develop effective strategies and provision for pupils at SEN SupportWorking with children and young people with SEND and SEMH needsProviding consultation, advice and support to school staff, parents and carersWorking collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary teamAdvising professionals on appropriate interventions and provision to help children and young people achieve positive outcomesAbout you We're looking for an experienced Educational Psychologist who can confidently work with schools, families and professionals and hit the ground running in a Local Authority setting. You'll need: Appropriate professional qualification in PsychologyEligibility for registration as an Educational Psychologist with the HPCStrong knowledge of the statutory SEND framework and relevant legislationExperience assessing and supporting children and young people with SEND and/or SEMH needsStrong consultation and multidisciplinary working skillsThe ability to provide clear, practical psychological advice to schools and other professionalsWhy consider this contract? Up to 600 per day Only 3 days per week 5–month interim assignment Opportunity to make a tangible difference to SEND provision and outcomes Varied, collaborative work across schools and multidisciplinary services. If you're an Educational Psychologist looking for your next interim opportunity, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.Equally, if this isn't quite right for you, but you know an Educational Psychologist who may be interested, referrals are very welcome. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)