Educational Psychologists - x5 - Project

We are currently recruiting for experienced Educational Psychologist's to join a project team with our client, a local authority, based in the South East.
This project team has been created to workthrough a backlog of EHCP cases (approx 1500). The team will consist of 5 EHCP Co Ordinators, 5 Educational Psychologists and Team Manager
Role is paying up to £700 per assessment, remote options available but ideally looking for someone who can be in the office 1-2 days per week to support the team.
Outside IR35
6-12 month project
 
Key Responsibilities

• Assessment: 

Conduct observations, interviews, and other assessments to understand a child's learning, emotional, and behavioural needs. 

• Consultation & Advice: 

Advise parents, teachers, and school staff on strategies for supporting children's development, managing behaviour, and improving teaching practices. 

• Intervention: 

Design, develop, and implement therapeutic and behavioural management programmes for individuals, groups, and whole schools. 

• Collaboration: 

Work with multi-disciplinary teams, including social workers, doctors, and other education professionals, to develop coordinated approaches for supporting children and young people. 

• Report Writing: 

Produce detailed reports with recommendations for action and support, often contributing to statutory plans like EHC plans. 

• Research and Policy: 

Conduct applied research, evaluate programmes, and sometimes provide advice on educational policies and initiatives. 
Who They Work With

• Children and Young People: 

Ranging from early years to young adults (0-25 years). 

• Parents and Families: 

Providing support, advice, and helping to improve communication around a child's needs. 

• Teachers and School Staff: 

Offering professional development, training, and advice on behaviour management and enhancing learning environments. 

• Other Professionals: 

Collaborating with social care, health professionals, and other support services. 

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