Full time | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 22/05/2026
Job Information
Social / NGO / Health & Care
City Shefford
Province West Berkshire
Postal Code RG17
Job Description
6 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality Educational Psychology services through the completion of statutory assessments, psychological advice and tribunal work for children and young people across Central Bedfordshire. The postholder will undertake in-person assessments, observations and direct work to support the identification of educational needs and contribute to positive outcomes for children, families and educational settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Complete statutory Educational Psychology assessments within agreed timescales.
* Undertake psychological assessments, observations and direct work with children and young people in educational settings.
* Prepare high-quality written psychological advice and professional reports to support Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs).
* Contribute to tribunal work and provide professional evidence where required.
* Liaise effectively with schools, parents, carers and multi-agency professionals.
* Provide recommendations and strategies to support children and young people with additional educational needs.
* Attend meetings relating to statutory assessment processes, either in person or online where agreed.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with professional and organisational standards.
* Ensure all assessments and reports are completed within the required four-week timeframe.
* Work in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards and safeguarding procedures.
Requirements
* Qualified Educational Psychologist with registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
* Experience completing statutory Educational Psychology assessments and reports.
* Knowledge of SEND legislation, Education Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNA) and tribunal processes.
* Ability to undertake in-person observations and direct assessment work.
* Strong report writing and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and partnership working skills.
* Ability to manage workload effectively and meet strict deadlines.
* Experience working collaboratively with schools, families and multi-agency professionals.
Additional Information
* Pay: Rates per assessment starting from £1,100 (£550 per day), subject to negotiation
* Location: Central Bedfordshire and occasional out-of-authority assessments
* Hours: Flexible / As Agreed
* Working Pattern: In-person assessments required; meetings may be conducted online by agreement
* Contract Type: Associate / Locum
* Completion Timescale: Assessments must be completed within 4 weeks of allocation
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