AddressAbout this job
Our Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is a highly valued and well-regarded service that provides support to schools, families, and professional colleagues. As a Senior Specialist Educational Psychologist, you will take a strategic lead role for Early Years and Early Intervention within the service and Local Authority, potentially supervising colleagues and an allocated school 'patch.' You will contribute to the leadership of the EPS management team, using your good interpersonal and communication skills to inspire and motivate others.
Re-applying for posts
Applicants who have not been shortlisted or who are unsuccessful at interview cannot reapply for the same job if it’s within 6 months of the first advert – for further information please refer to our Jobs and Career Page - ‘Working for us and Information for Applicants’ on our website.
Special requirements for this post
To be successful in this role, you will need a first degree in Psychology and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology (EP), with appropriate experience working as an EP and registration with the Health & Care Professions Council. The successful candidate will also need to apply for Disclosure & Barring Service enhanced certification.
This post attracts an additional £3,000 recruitment supplement for the successful candidate, with a similar retention payment at the end of each of the first two years.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will need a first degree in Psychology and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology (EP), with appropriate experience working as an EP and registration with the Health & Care Professions Council. The successful candidate will also need to apply for Disclosure & Barring Service enhanced certification.
About us
At Barking & Dagenham, we are committed to securing the best outcomes for all our residents, and we offer a strong induction package to help develop your management and supervision skills. We have a strong program of continuing professional development and encourage EPs to develop areas of specialist interest. You will have a central office base with onsite parking, and our blended flexible model of office-based and home-based working means you can work in a way that suits your needs. Our schools have praised our EPS, describing our team as supportive, productive, and adaptable. Join us, and you will be part of a team committed to making a difference and improving outcomes for children and young people in our borough
