Assistant Educational Psychologist

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We are pleased to offer six permanent positions within the BCP Educational Psychology Service. These roles provide an opportunity to work alongside Educational Psychologists, applying psychology across a range of settings. You will support the delivery of statutory and non-statutory work, including assessment, intervention and training. You will also work within cluster groups supporting with the delivery of psychology to settings and people working within that cluster.

Main purpose of the role

• Apply psychology to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and young people, including those with SEND and additional educational needs
• Deliver effective educational psychology support to children, families, educational settings and partner agencies, such as those within the cluster groups
• Support the Council to meet its statutory duties for vulnerable children and young people, including those with SEND
• Contribute to developing good practice within Children’s Services across BCP
• Work in a child and family-focused way in partnership with Educational Psychologists, parents, children, young people and other professionals

Main duties

• Contribute positively to service delivery, working under the supervision of Educational Psychologists on casework
• Support both statutory and non-statutory educational psychology work
• Develop and apply skills in consultation, assessment, target setting, monitoring and tracking progress for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND
• Build knowledge of SEND systems, processes and evidence-based interventions
• Deliver interventions in schools and other settings as directed by a supervising EP
• Apply up-to-date understanding of SEND legislation, including the BCP Graduated Response
• Support transitions for young people with SEND into education, employment, training and independent living
• Contribute to service development through evaluation or project work
• Work collaboratively with schools and partner agencies to deliver tailored solutions based on evidence-informed practice

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in psychology at 2:1 or higher
• A strong understanding of how psychology can improve outcomes for children and young people
• Knowledge of SEND within an educational context
• Understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice
• Strong communication skills to work with colleagues, schools, professionals and young people
• A child and family-centred approach
• Solution-focused thinking
• A commitment to inclusion and valuing diversity

Key dates

• Closing date: 28th June 2026
• Proposed interview date: TBC

For an informal discussion the role, please contact mike.lane@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

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BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.