Research Assistant
Waverley Court
Salary: £33,287 - £39,129
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks
This new post offers an exciting opportunity to develop and embed the research and development function of the Educational Psychology Service. The aim is to promote educational improvement and inclusion to enhance outcomes for children and young people.
The post holder will support Educational Psychologists, school staff, and colleagues with the preparation, delivery, and evaluation of interventions. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, presenting findings clearly, writing reports, and assisting with presentations.
This role involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. If the candidate has spent three or more months outside the UK in the last five years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and able to perform their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce with varied backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences.
As part of our efforts to improve our organizational culture, we are transitioning from a competency-based to a behavioral and technical skills-based interview process. This approach helps us assess how candidates demonstrate our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility in their work.
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Our salary ranges typically start at the initial salary and increase annually until reaching the top of the range.
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
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For more details, view the [Research Assistant job description](https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/37734/research-assistant-ce…).
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