Lead Educational Psychologist

Lead Educational Psychologist

0.6, Permanent

36 hours per week pro rata

Scale: Soulbury B, 1-4 plus 3 SPA points where eligible

Applications are invited for the above post with Sefton’s Educational Psychology Service.


About Us

Sefton Educational Psychology Service is a well-established, highly regarded and supportive team of Educational Psychologists and Assistant Educational Psychologists. We benefit from close links with training courses and value the contribution Trainee Educational Psychologists bring to the service.

Our Educational Psychologists have a balance of project work, training and statutory work, working collaboratively with parents and carers, educational setting staff and other partners, to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. The service also leads and contributes to wider SEND initiatives, such as ELSA and EBSA training in additional to providing critical incident support.  We also work directly with Sefton’s Virtual School.

Together, we’re committed to improving the lives of children and young people in Sefton by ensuring every child has the best possible education.  With this goal in mind, we have made a significant investment to the Special Educational Needs (SEND) service in Sefton.  In support of our growth, we are recruiting to a number of positions within our Educational Psychology Service, which includes the appointment of a Lead Educational Psychologist.

We are keen to appoint an optimistic, solution driven colleague. The Lead EP will have opportunities to lead on the delivery of service priorities through the application of psychology. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND, and possess the skills and experience required, we invite you to apply for this post. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to the ongoing improvement of SEND outcomes in Sefton during this exciting time of growth and transformation. 

Why Sefton?

Sefton is a diverse and exciting place to live and work. It is well-connected with public transportation, such as buses and trains, making it easy to get around, particularly into Liverpool. Sefton is situated on the coast, with a stunning coastline stretching 22 miles, and is home to several beaches, including Formby Beach and Crosby Beach – known for the Anthony Gormley sculpture 'Another Place. Sefton has many green spaces and nature reserves, including Ainsdale Sand Dunes, Lunt Meadows, and Formby Red Squirrel Reserve. It is home to nearly 280,000 people, to thousands of businesses and world-famous events. Whether you're a family with children or a young professional, Sefton has something to offer, making it an ideal place to live and work.

As an educational psychologist working in Sefton you can expect to have:

• Support from a warm, dynamic, and committed team of psychologists
• A comprehensive induction programme
• Regular clinical and peer group supervision
• Use of Q interactive along with a wide range of other assessment tools, resources and materials
• Opportunities to work directly with Sefton’s Virtual School
• Opportunities to undertake project work and training with other members of the team, including EBSA and NVR, and training with parents/carers
• Full flexibility of working from home, office, or elsewhere, and having supervision and meetings in person or virtual

 

We want all our staff to feel supported and valued. As a Sefton employee, you will receive/have access to:

• Up to 33 days annual leave and 8 bank holidays
• The opportunity to take flexi time/time in lieu
• An enhanced sick pay scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave
• An Occupational Health Service available to advise on work related health issues
• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
• Discounted gym membership with all Active Sefton gyms
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• A free and confidential employee counselling service and CBT sessions
• A generous car mileage scheme
• A pension scheme with employers contribution
• Free parking at office bases

We would be delighted to answer any questions you may have so please contact Ez Mills, Principal Educational Psychologist (ez.mills@sefton.co.uk) or Nadine Carroll, Assistant Director of Children’s Services, Education Excellence (Nadine.carroll@sefton.gov.uk) for an informal chat.

 

Closing date for applications is 7^th March with interviews likely to take place on 11^th and 12^th March. 

We will contact you to arrange an interview.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.