Educational Psychologist Required - 45 Weeks per Annum

Hurst Lodge School is seeking a full-time Educational Psychologist to join our dedicated team of professionals. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of our students through comprehensive assessment, consultation, and intervention.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments to identify students' strengths, needs, and learning profiles, using a range of standardised and non-standardised measures.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement effective support plans and interventions for students with diverse learning needs.
• Provide consultation and advice to school staff on issues related to student development, learning difficulties, behaviour management, and social-emotional well-being.
• Deliver individual and group interventions targeting specific areas of concern, such as social skills development, anxiety management, and self-regulation.
• Support the implementation of whole-school initiatives to promote positive mental health and well-being for all students.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss individual cases, share insights, and coordinate support strategies.
• Conduct research and contribute to the development of evidence-based practices to enhance teaching, learning, and support provision within the school.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for school staff on topics related to child development, learning theories, and psychological assessment and intervention.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of assessments, interventions, and consultations in accordance with professional standards and legal requirements.
• Stay updated on current research, legislation, and best practices in educational psychology to inform practice and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Educational Psychology.
• Full registration as an Educational Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or eligibility for registration.
• Demonstrated experience conducting psychological assessments, interpreting assessment results, and providing evidence-based interventions for children and adolescents.
• Strong understanding of child development, learning theories, and psychological principles relevant to educational settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide consultation and support to school staff on complex cases.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity in education and advocating for the needs of all students.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting is desirable but not essential.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hurst Lodge School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.