Are you an aspiring Educational Psychologist? We have an exciting opportunity to work with the developing Educational Psychology team in Scarborough. The role is to assist the Educational Psychology Service in delivering a wide range of activities and support to children and young people in schools and settings, under the supervision of experienced Educational Psychologists. North Yorkshire Council Children and Young People’s Service Educational Psychology Service are seeking candidates with a degree in Psychology, who are seeking experience with which to apply for a Doctorate in Child and Educational Psychology. We are looking for candidates who: Are creative, forward thinking, optimistic, reliable, energetic and reflective Have a degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) or have completed an approved conversion course or a Master’s degree and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS) Have experience of varied and relevant work with children, young people and their families Are committed to making a difference to the lives of Children and young people in North Yorkshire and are passionate about the local area they work in. Will be applying for the Doctorate in Educational Psychology professional training to become a fully qualified EP A full driver’s licence is preferred due to travel around the county being required. We offer: High quality support and supervision from experienced Educational Psychologists Friendly, supportive colleagues with a breadth of interests and experiences across the team. A generous annual leave offer; 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years’ service – plus public holidays. Hybrid working with flexible working practices and hours, supported by effective technologies that enable you to work remotely. A generous pension through our Local Government Pension Scheme. Lifestyle Savings: discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers. Valuable experience in your journey towards qualification. The Area Situated next to North York Moors National Park, the town of Scarborough sits on the beautiful East Coast of Yorkshire. Scarborough boasts excellent schools, award-winning beaches, and a variety of family attractions and activities. The town also offers excellent transport links to major cities and a variety of shopping options. For further information about the service and team please visit our Educational Psychology key opportunities page. We look forward to exploring your interest and receiving your application For an informal discussion about the role then please contact Pamela Melville, Area Senior Educational Psychologist via email at pamela.melville@northyorks.gov.uk Key documents Job description/ person specification To apply please click the Apply Now link below.