Job Title: Assistant Educational Psychologist Salary: £36,107 - £40,325 Assistant Educational Psychologist Scale Soulbury – Points 2 to 5 37 Hours per Week Location: Worcestershire Team: All Age Disability Directorate – Educational Psychology Permanent In Worcestershire, children are at the heart of everything we do, to ensure every child and young person has the support, opportunity, and protection they need to thrive — and we want YOU to be part of that journey. We are seeking Assistant Educational Psychologists to join our forward-thinking and inclusive Educational Psychology Service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about psychology, education, and making a tangible impact on children and young people’s lives. What You'll Be Doing:• Supporting the delivery of psychological services in schools and educational settings.• Engaging directly with children and young people through observations, consultations, and evidence-based interventions.• Working collaboratively with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to break down barriers to learning and promote inclusion.• Contributing to psychological assessments, written reports, and data-led evaluation of interventions.• Playing an active role in research, development projects, and service improvement activities. What We Offer:• A supportive, inclusive, and values-led team culture, which prioritises supervision, both at individual and group level. • Opportunities to develop professionally and build your portfolio for future EP training.• Involvement in multi-agency collaboration and innovative practice.• Flexible working, with a dedicated office spaces as well as working spaces across the rest of the county. A Message from Our Service:“We are proud of our commitment to child-centred practice, inclusivity, and professional excellence. This role is a brilliant platform for aspiring Educational Psychologists who want to be part of a dynamic, research-informed, and compassionate team.” For further information please contact Dr Jen Kirwan, Senior Educational Psychologist, jkirwan@worcestershire.gov.uk Benefits: You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us? Children's Workforce Academy Some of these offers include: Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know! Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government. Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation. Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible. Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents. Application Closing Date: 30th June 2025 Anticipated Interview Date: 7th and 8th July 2025 Attached documents WCC AEP JD and PS April 2025.docx