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Educational Psychologist

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking an innovative and HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist to join our growing team. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the opportunity to work across multiple settings including mainstream and specialist schools, colleges, nurseries, EOTIS, neurodevelopmental assessment services, and residential environments. You will play a key role in supporting children and young people with complex needs, particularly those with SEN and those who are looked after (CLA).
Key Responsibilities
  * Work directly with children and young people to understand their needs, strengths, and aspirations
  * Conduct high-quality psychological assessments
  * Collaborate with schools, educators, and parents/carers to implement effective support plans
  * Develop and deliver tailored interventions to support learning, emotional wellbeing, and social development
  * Provide training and workshops on SEN, neurodiversity, trauma, and attachment
  * Produce clear, high-quality, person-centred reports
  * Contribute to service development and promote inclusive practices
  * Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop formulations and intervention plans
  * Contribute to neurodevelopmental assessments (where appropriate and within competency)
Qualifications and Skills
You will be a qualified Educational Psychologist who:
  * Is registered with the HCPC
  * Experienced working with neurodivergent children and/or children in care
  * Has strong knowledge of SEN, trauma-informed approaches, and attachment theory
  * Is confident in delivering evidence-based assessments and interventions
  * Communicates effectively and builds strong professional relationships
  * Is passionate about inclusion and neuro-affirming practice
  * Thrives in collaborative, multi-agency environments
What We Offer
  * Ongoing professional development, supervision, and training opportunities
  * Flexible and hybrid working to support work–life balance
  * Opportunities to shape and develop innovative services
  * Competitive salary
  * Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
  * Optimise Health Plan – Simply Health
  * Company pension
  * Onsite parking
  * Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives
  * Employee referral scheme
  * Paid travel expenses
  * Indemnity insurance reimbursement (Pro Rata)
  * Blue Light discount eligibility

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