Assistant Educational Psychologist
37.0 hours per week, £37,265 – £41,616 per annum. Fixed‑term contract (initially 1 year, with potential extension dependent on funding).
We are seeking 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of qualified Educational Psychologists.
- Support groups of children, staff and families in schools using training, intervention, therapeutic approaches and consultation.
- Address themes such as cognition, emotional wellbeing, child development, attachment, trauma, teaching methodology and interaction.
- Contribute to the integrated SEND 0–25 Service and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams.
- Maintain professional practice in line with Health and Care Professions Council standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- Psychology degree and experience applying psychology within an educational setting (e.g., teaching, delivering interventions, working with families, providing SEND support).
- Ability to work under pressure as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
- Exceptional engagement skills to work with children, young people and families.
- Seeking psychology graduates who are awaiting or proposing to apply for admission to an approved postgraduate training course leading to a doctoral‑level qualification in professional practice of Educational Psychology.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave allocation (33 days plus bank holidays).
- Six sessions of whole‑service CPD a year, protected personal CPD time and access to a 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 of leave per year.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme – 24‑hour independent, free, and confidential advice and support service.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Employee benefits including Childcare Vouchers and a staff discount card.
Additional Requirements
- Fluency Duty: English language requirements for public sector workers – required.
- Disclosure and Barring Service check: DBS Enhanced Adults & Children.
EEO Statement
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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