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Principal Educational Psychologist
Job Posted: 24 days ago
Salary: £ 73,000 - 77,184 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Expire in: 4 days
Job Description
Principal Educational Psychologist
Permanent | South Essex | Hybrid Working
Soulbury Scale B Points 12–15 (£72,999 - £77,184)
Plus access to up to 3 additional SPA points (£78,591 - £81,425)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategic Principal Educational Psychologist to lead and shape a high-performing Educational Psychology Service within a forward-thinking local authority in South Essex.
About the role
Lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of the Educational Psychology Service.
Drive high-quality, evidence-based psychological practice across schools, settings, and wider services.
Ensure effective delivery of statutory SEND responsibilities and psychological advice.
Provide expert leadership on inclusion, mental health, wellbeing, and safeguarding.
Develop and support a skilled Educational Psychology workforce through supervision, induction, coaching, and professional development.
Work collaboratively with senior leaders and multi-agency partners to influence system-wide improvement and integrated working.About you
A recognised postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology.
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist.
Significant local authority Educational Psychology experience.
Extensive knowledge of SEND legislation, statutory processes, safeguarding responsibilities, and the strategic frameworks that underpin effective service delivery.
Experience of leading Educational Psychology services or senior teams, including performance management, quality assurance, and service development.
A strong track record of partnership working across education, health, and social care and the ability to influence strategic decision-making at a senior level.Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?
Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.
To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman PierceBefore You Apply
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