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Form of workEducational Psychologist
North West
£50,000 - £70,000 DOE
Full Time, Permanent, Hybrid
Excellent company benefits
We are currently recruiting for an Educational Psychologist in the North West of England. This is a full-time, hybrid working role and the successful candidate will be expected to travel for at least 3 face-to-face assessments per week.
Purpose of the role
To liaise with parents/carers to make arrangements to complete directly commissioned psychological assessments in a suitable location, such as schools, family homes and meeting rooms.
To complete face-to-face psychological needs assessments for young people with a range of needs, aged 0-25 years.
To provide professionally written psychological advice to an exceptional standard, detailing psychological conclusions, with specific and quantifiable provision, within a timely manner, following company templates.
To liaise with SEND advocates, school staff, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Paediatricians, and other professionals to ensure a holistic understanding of the young person you are commissioned to support.
To attend remote SEND Tribunals as an Expert Witness for which training will be given, if required.
Essential/Desirable Skills
- Qualified Educational Psychologist and HCPC Registered
- Experienced in the use of psychometric assessments
- Experience using the Q-Interactive platform for completing assessments
- Knowledge and experience of Tribunal casework and Experience of managing a high caseload
- Experience working to tight deadlines and experience of attending SEND tribunals
- Must hold a full, current and valid driving licence and a vehicle with a current valid MOT certificate with adequate insurance and the ability to travel across England and North Wales.
Benefits of the role
28 days paid annual leave per annum, travel expenses and mileage allowance.
Pension contributions.
Working from home with the flexibility to work hours.
Autonomy over caseload.
Weekly supervision.
A supportive team.
Administration support.
Regular training opportunities to develop areas of specialist interests.
If you are interested in applying for the role or would like any more information, please contact Kay at Connect Care Recruitment.
