Educational Psychologist (BG0053 INDCARE) Eastbourne, England
Salary: GBP64 - GBP64 per hour
Educational Psychologist- up to £64.00 per hour inc holiday pay - East Sussex
Our client, a highly regarded educational establishment in East Sussex, is seeking an experienced and qualified Educational Psychologist to join their team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated psychologist to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
An enhanced DBS certificate on the update service and driving licence with car is essential for this role
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake comprehensive assessments of children and young people, including cognitive, academic, social, emotional, and behavioural assessments.
* Develop and implement effective and creative interventions for children and young people with a range of needs, including those with mental health difficulties, trauma, and learning disabilities.
* Provide specialist advice and guidance to teachers, parents/carers, and other professionals on a range of educational and psychological issues.
* Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
* Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of assessments, interventions, and professional activities.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide strategies to improve the emotional well-being and mental health of pupils.
* Participate in professional development activities and maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practice in educational psychology.
Essential Criteria:
* Fully qualified Educational Psychologist (or completed a postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology) with HCPC registration.
* Significant experience of working with children and young people in an educational setting.
* Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and intervention skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children, young people, and their families.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
* Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (due to travel between sites).
Desirable Criteria:
* Experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties, trauma, and/or neurodiversity.
* Experience of using a range of therapeutic interventions, such as CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy.
* Experience of providing training and supervision to other professionals.
If this Educational Psychologist role in East Sussex sounds like the role for you, please click the link to apply!
Consultant: Beckie
Job ID: BG0053 /INDCARE
Location: East Sussex
Job Role: Educational Psychologist
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