Educational Psychologist Specialist Senior Lead

24 hours ago


Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk County Council Full time

Suffolk County Council is seeking a dynamic and visionary psychologist to lead our award-winning Psychology and Therapeutic Services team. As our new Senior Educational Psychologist, you will be at the forefront of reimagining how local government can serve and improve lives.

Job Description

This role will be centred around inclusion with an initial focus on children and young people's positive engagement with education. Your key responsibilities will include contributing towards strategic developments centred around Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance and Barriers to Education to improve outcomes for children, young people, families, and communities.

You will effectively collaborate with inclusion partners and stakeholders to transform systems and impact outcomes for children, families, and education across Suffolk. Additionally, you will strengthen and shape our work within the core Educational Psychology Service and our ground-breaking Inclusion Facilitation Service by championing inclusion and working strategically to maximise the impact of psychology at a systems level.

Key Requirements
  • A recognised qualification in educational psychology or a related field
  • Experience working in a similar role, preferably in a local government setting
  • Strong leadership and communication skills

We offer a competitive salary of £56,540 - £61,848 per annum (pro rata for part time), plus 3 SPA. Our benefits package includes a generous relocation package, essential car user allowance, access to a car leasing and/or cycle-to-work scheme, flexible working options, and commitment to supporting health and wellbeing.



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