North Yorkshire Educational Psychology Service are seeking Trainee Educational Psychologists (TEPs), to join us in September 2025. North Yorkshire is a unique team, with a range of expertise from the UK and overseas. We are passionate about delivering a creative applied psychology service. We have grown from 2.2 fte in 2022 to a team of over 15 full time equivalent staff. We strongly believe that Trainee EPs and links with the university brings a huge benefit to our service and that TEPs are essential members of a creative 21 st century EP team. As a Service are committed to making a difference to the lives of our children and young people. A vibrant EP service is a vital part of North Yorkshire’s vision to work at an earlier level to meet the needs of children and young people in our county. We are seeking applications from Trainee Educational Psychologists in Year 2 or 3 who: · Want to make a difference to the outcomes of children and young people · Are innovative and reflective practitioners · Apply psychology creatively · Want to be part of, and influence, the growth of the EP team offer We offer: · A breadth of work and opportunities with schools, in targeted projects and systemically · A supportive and welcoming team and excellent peer support · Regular professional supervision · Flexible /hybrid working · A choice of base in Harrogate, Selby, Scarborough or Northallerton · Excellent IT and resources · A commitment to connection and wellbeing You must hold an Honours degree in Psychology and be expected to successfully complete Year 1 of the Educational Psychology Doctorate. It is also anticipated that you will complete your Doctoral qualification and be registered with the HCPC as a ‘Practitioner Psychologist’ at the end of your 3-year doctoral course. As part of this role, you will be expected to hold a full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle as you will be required to travel to settings out in the community. If you are a Trainee EP who feels they want to influence, contribute and work in a supportive and friendly psychology service, we look forward to receiving your application. If you are interested in having a further discussion about the role or service then, please get in touch via email with either: Dr Pam Melville, Senior Educational Psychologist on pamela.melvillenorthyorks.gov.uk or Dr Karen Jessup Principal Educational Psychologist on Karen.jessupnorthyorks.gov.uk We look forward to exploring your interest and receiving your application Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. Key dates Closing date: 17 th February 2025 Interview date: 25 th February 2025 at County Hall, Northallerton. To apply please click the Apply Now link below.