Principal Educational Psychologist Head of Service SEND Inclusion

7 days ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds Music Education Partnership Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Educational Psychologist to lead our Educational Psychology Team and Head of Service for SEND Inclusion. As a key member of our SEN and Inclusion Senior Management Team, you will contribute to strategic planning across the education service and provide professional supervision to deliver services in line with Council & Directorate priorities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic leadership and management of the Educational Psychology Team, including professional supervision to deliver services in line with Council & Directorate priorities.
  • Development of best practice within Learning Inclusion to promote high-quality support and provision for children and young people with SEND.
  • Engage in joint development, implementation, and better outcomes of the team/service plans in line with professional standards and following feedback from external inspections, reviews, and assessments.
  • Build strong and dynamic relationships, networks, and trust with individuals and partners to facilitate a multi-agency approach.
  • Lead and manage all aspects of people management within the service, providing direction, support, and clear objectives to immediate line reports.
  • Deputise for the Head of Service and represent on all matters relating to the leadership, management, and development of the service at a city, regional, and national level.
  • Ensure that all staff are registered where required with the appropriate professional registration body, receive continuous professional development, and practice safely.
Requirements
  • Degree in psychology (with eligibility for graduate membership for the British Psychological Society) and a postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology through either:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (with minimum of 2 years' teaching experience) and MSc training in Educational Psychology; or
  • minimum of 2 years' experience of working with children and young people and 3 year doctorate training in Educational Psychology.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays.
  • Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements.
  • A clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities.
  • A range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further.

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