Educational Psychologist in Ipswich, Suffolk

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Join the vibrant team at Ipswich as a Locum Educational Psychologist, where you can earn £1180-£1300 per assessment. This ongoing opportunity offers flexibility as you can choose to work either face to face or remotely, depending on your preference. This role, either full time or part time, is perfect for someone looking to make a real difference in educational settings while enjoying the perks of locum work.

Perks and benefits:

• Daily Salary: Earn a lucrative £1180-£1300 per assessment, giving you financial freedom and flexibility.
• Tailored Working Hours: Enjoy the flexibility that locum work offers. Customise your schedule to fit your lifestyle, whether it’s full time, part time, or somewhere in between.
• Professional Growth: Access a variety of cases and challenges that will enhance your skills and enrich your professional journey in educational psychology.
• Diverse Work Environment: Engage with a broad range of settings, from schools to early years providers, boosting your network and professional experience.
• Great Location: Work in the stunning region of Westmorland & Furness, where you can balance work commitments with leisure activities in this scenic countryside.

What you will do:

• Undertake psychological assessments of children and young people across various educational settings, utilising observations, interviews, and standardised tests to identify their strengths, needs, and appropriate interventions.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to schools, parents, and carers, supporting learning, behaviour, communication, and emotional and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, teaching assistants, school leadership, SENCos, and other professionals in multi-disciplinary meetings and case conferences, ensuring a holistic approach to each case.
• Contribute to statutory processes, including EHCPs, offering psychological advice as mandated by legislation.
• Develop and implement targeted programmes and interventions, including behaviour management and learning support, to support both individual and group needs.
• Deliver training and workshops for staff in schools and settings on key psychological topics, promoting resilience, communication, and inclusive practices.
• Maintain comprehensive records, including assessment and consultancy reports, and evaluate the impact of interventions on the learning outcomes of children and young people.
• Promote inclusive practice and support strategic priorities such as SEND and early intervention, contributing to the overall success of the service.
• Travel between different educational settings as needed, attending meetings outside standard hours and ensuring that test equipment is appropriately utilised.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a fulfilling career in a place that combines historic charm with modern vibrancy. Ipswich offers an exceptional quality of life, with its beautiful waterfront, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming community. As an Educational Psychologist here, you’ll thrive both professionally and personally—making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while enjoying all that this dynamic town and its scenic surroundings have to offer.

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