There are new full and part time posts available as a result of new investment in our Educational Psychology team. This is a fantastic role where you will make a real difference in supporting the inclusion of children and young people, and where you will be part of a large and supportive team. We are keen to hear from Educational Psychology Trainees expecting to qualify and register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in the next 12-18 months, and from qualified Educational Psychologists. WHAT IS INVOLVED? Our Educational Psychology team provides a wide range of interventions and projects within schools and Early Years Settings. It sits within the broader context of a vibrant Specialist SEND and Inclusion Service with a range of psychology led multidisciplinary teams offering excellent professional development and career opportunities. In this role you would be expected to provide a good balance of statutory work and early intervention and preventative services. HOW WILL I BE SUPPORTED? We are passionate about our people and offer a great working environment. When you join our service you can expect: An excellent induction package, adjusted to suit your needs. For example. if you are joining us just after qualification, or from overseas your induction will include a reduced patch and additional support/mentoring from an experienced Educational Psychologist. High quality supervision as well as peer support. Our commitment to supporting your wellbeing and personal development. Our support for a working pattern which suits you, whether that is full time working, part-time working or compressed hours (for example a 9-day fortnight). Our support to have a great work/life balance, with flexible working options including an attractive time off in lieu policy. Our support to follow your own professional interests through a strong programme of continuing professional development, dedicated project time and opportunities to undertake research. An opportunity to choose your office base, working from our central office or one of our family hubs with free car parking, and hot desks available across the County. A hybrid model of work which combines office-based working and working from home. A co located dedicated business administration team to support your work. Recognition of any SPA points you already hold, and encouragement and proactive support to reach any additional SPA points as you become eligible. We encourage you to contact Joanne Underwood or Cath Lowther, 2 of our Area Principal Educational Psychologists for an informal discussion about the role before you apply. You can contact Joanne by e-mail at joanne.underwood@durham.gov.uk or by telephone on 03000 263 320. You can contact Cath by e-mail at Cath.Lowther@durham.gov.uk or by telephone on 03000 263 337 You can also read more about what it’s like to work as an Educational Psychologist in County Durham at https://www.durham.gov.uk/educationalpsychologist WHAT WILL I NEED? To apply you will need to have a first degree in Psychology and a recognised post graduate doctorate qualification in Educational Psychology and be able to meet the requirements for registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) or be working towards this qualification. Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure. INTERVIEWS We will review applications regularly and agree a mutually convenient date and time for interviews with shortlisted candidates. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran. OUR OFFER TO YOU We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. REMOVAL AND LODGINGS Removal, lodging and separation expenses may be available to the successful candidate if at the time of application for appointment their place of residence is outside the administrative area of County Durham and more than 30 miles in a straight line from their new administrative centre, along with several other criteria for eligibility. EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process. HOW TO APPLY We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent. Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email RecruitmentCYPS@durham.gov.uk All correspondence relating to your application will be sent from donotreply@northeastjobs.org.uk. Kindly check your spam/junk folder regularly to ensure you don’t miss any updates. CONNECT WITH US Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Visit our website VPRS/161