Introduction
Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council offers an opportunity for an Educational Psychologist to work within an enthusiastic team that values professional development. Links are established with the EP training course at the University of Birmingham and with other West Midlands local authorities.
Scope of Work
Dudley operates a successful part-traded service, trading with schools and colleges to support early assessment and intervention. Projects such as ELSA, EBSNA, WSA, nurture and a broad funded training offer for schools are commissioned. All EPs manage a caseload of schools, projects, statutory and special interest areas.
Call for Applicants
If you are a qualified EP looking to make a real change and understand the value of applied psychology in promoting positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families, we welcome applications from experienced or newly qualified EPs, or EPs currently in training who are keen to explore new ways of working.
Salary & Benefits
EP salary is on Soulbury A Scale Points 3‑8 plus up to 3 additional points for SPA.
Qualifications
Applicants must be post‑graduate qualified Educational Psychologists registered with the HCPC, or currently completing Doctoral level training in Educational Psychology.
Employment Type
The post is full‑time; part‑time is considered.
DBS Check
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
Contact
If you’d like to have a chat before applying, feel free to contact the PEP, Tara Smith at EPS@dudley.gov.uk.
Diversity & Inclusion
We demonstrate Dudley’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and aim to improve bias in the recruitment process that could create barriers for candidates.
Data Anonymisation
Your personal data will be anonymised when you apply. Please remove your name and date of birth from any attachments before uploading them to your application.
Application Portal
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy. Online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough.
Right to Work
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
Sponsorship
Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
Support Services
If you require support completing an online or paper application form or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or acl@dudley.gov.uk, who can support with Digital Skills and Job Applications.
Disability Assistance
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.
Help & Support
If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/.
Information Checking
Dudley Council will check the information you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so.
Privacy Statement
The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/.
Closing Notice
We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
Attached Documents
* Person spec maingrade EP.docx
* Job Description Maingrade EP.docx
* Employee Benefits List.pdf
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