Cyberteam
21/03/2024
Project-based
My local authority client is looking for a Principal Educational Psychologist to strategically lead the Educational Psychology Service the EPS to ensure that the Council achieves its strategic aims for pupils with assessed special educational needs within the legislative framework. To take responsibility for the development of service provision for children and young people with autistic spectrum disorder, within the leadership team. To take a lead role in the development of policy, procedure and robust performance data systems in relation the EPS & the functions of the team. To work as part of the SENDIS leadership team to contribute to the raising of attainment for all Children & Young People. An honours degree in psychology (or British Psychological Society recognised equivalent qualification). Qualified teacher status. Post graduate qualifying experience confirming eligibility for recognition as an Education Psychologist by the BPS. Proven experience as a main range educational psychologist. Excellent understanding of the needs of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, their families and those who work with them. In depth knowledge of learning difficulties, SEN and the principles & techniques of educational psychology. Ability to undertake educational psychology casework. Ability to contribute to the professional development needs of the other officers in the service in respect of learning difficulties and pupils with SEN.