Locum Educational Psychologist
Department: Children's Services - Education
Sector : Local Authority
Contract: 2 days per week (site based)
Duration: 12 weeks (potential to extend)
Day Rate: c £600.00 (Umbrella)
Location: West London

Overview:
Purpose: Enhance the achievement and wellbeing of children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or other learning barriers.
As an Educational Psychologist you will provide psychological support and advice to schools and the SEND department.

Responsibilities

Offer high-quality statutory psychological advice as per SEN legislation and the Code of Practice (2014).
Advise on cases for the Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (SENDisT) and provide evidence at hearings.
Deliver targeted psychological services, including consultation, assessment, and intervention, to a designated group of schools.
Provide staff development and training to ensure high-quality teaching and support for all students.
Monitor and evaluate school interventions, sharing examples of good practice.
Contribute to the annual analysis of the Borough Educational Psychology Service's outcomes.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop evidence-based practices that improve social and learning opportunities for children.

This role is perfect for those passionate about making a tangible difference in children's lives and supporting their educational journey.

If you have the skills, experience and the passion to support the wellbeing of children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within a local authority setting providing support and advice to schools and the SEND department across the borough, please submit your CV now for immediate review

Interviews to take place as soon as possible with a view to start thereafter