Post: Assistant Educational Psychologist (maternity cover; Early Years focus) 12 months fixed term, 37 hours per week. Soulbury terms (Assistant EP scale 2-5) An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly regarded EP service. This role is a 12-month maternity leave contract for an Assistant Educational Psychologist. Successful candidates will be joining a creative and highly skilled team that is well-regarded and valued by education settings and strategic partners and services across Telford & Wrekin. You will benefit from a supportive senior leadership team committed to promoting the wellbeing of staff and work-life balance, offering ongoing training and development, and practising in ways that are equitable, neuro-affirming, anti-racist and culturally responsive. Working under the clinical supervision and line management of a qualified EP, you will be supporting our team of Educational Psychologists in delivering traded and statutory work to schools though a range of activities such as observation, consultation and implementation of intervention strategies. In addition to broader EPS work, this role includes a defined Early Years focus, and you will contribute to EP-led clinic work within the 0–5 pathway, including providing high-quality observation records, supporting holistic assessment, and contributing to multidisciplinary work commissioned by the Child Development Centre clinic work within the 0–5 pathway, including providing high-quality observation records, supporting holistic assessment, and contributing to multidisciplinary work commissioned by the Child Development Centre. You will also support the Educational Psychology Service with delivery on a range of Local Authority project work our psychologists are involved in, including research and development activity in a wide range of areas. This sits alongside supporting delivery of our Wellbeing Charter Mark. Duties will be varied, and fully supervised and supported. You will be required to have a degree (or a conversion course) in psychology recognised by the British Psychological Society which provides Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership. You will need to demonstrate relevant experience working with children and young people to promote wellbeing and progress and be able to demonstrate an understanding of linking psychological theory and approaches to working with children and their families. You will demonstrate an understanding of linking psychological theory and approaches to working with children and their families, supporting early development, conducting observations, and working collaboratively with parents, carers and professionals. Experience in approaches to early communication, emotional literacy and/or play based intervention would be considered desirable. Prior experience as an Assistant Educational Psychologist would be welcomed and valued. At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We celebrate having a diverse and inclusive culture where people are able to be themselves at work, and everyone has a voice. This post will provide an excellent opportunity for a candidate wishing to grow their experience in an Assistant EP role with us, offering the chance to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families across Telford & Wrekin. We offer: A strong and highly regarded EPS which provides opportunities for varied types of work. Outstanding team support. A well-balanced approach to office and home working, allowing flexibility alongside extensive opportunity for relationship building and peer supervision and support. A Council whose Children’s Services received back-to-back ‘outstanding’ ratings from Ofsted for its children's services, and who were crowned Council of The Year 2025 at the Local Government Chronicle Awards in June 2025. The Ofsted/CQC report notes that the ‘passion and determination’ of our staff and services is leading to positive outcomes. For any further information, please contact Co-Principal Educational Psychologists Dr Meryl Newton meryl.newton@telford.gov.uk and Dr Jane Park jane.park@telford.gov.uk Closing date: 13/04/2026 Interviews: 05/05/2026 Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification. Sorry a CV will not be accepted. We believe great services start with great people — and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters. What we offer: We offer competitive salaries and a fantastic leave package — starting at 24 days, rising to 32 days with service, plus 8 bank holidays and an extra concessionary day to enjoy. Flexible working & career progression Local Government Pension Scheme Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks Free parking & confidential wellbeing support Hybrid working model - whether you're in the office or working from home, we support a balance that fits your personal and family commitments Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits. ️ Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It’s an offence to apply if you’re barred from working with these groups. Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas Attached documents Assistant Educational Psychologist Mat Cover JDPS March 26.pdf