Educational Psychologist

Join to apply for the Educational Psychologist role at Harmonia CareersOverviewSurrey County Council's Educational Psychology team is recruiting. The service focuses on high quality applied psychology, preventative work alongside statutory duties, and opportunities to develop specialist expertise. Our approach emphasizes consultation, co-production and inclusion to support children and families.About The ServiceWe are a large and expanding service with members including PEP, Area Senior EPs, EPs, Trainee EPs, Locum/Associate EPs and a dedicated Business Support team. The service is divided into four area quadrants with offices in Weybridge, Reigate and Woking. We support flexible and hybrid working, professional autonomy, regular peer meetings and strong supervision and CPD opportunities. We work closely with Speech and Language Therapy, health and social care colleagues to promote emotional wellbeing and mental health. Our focus is on enabling positive futures for children and young people, applying psychological theory, research and person-centred techniques with children, young people, families and professionals. What We Offer

• A competitive salary for main grade EPs:
  Soulbury Scale A, 3 - 8: 47,688 - 57,954 per annum, with up to 3 SPA points
• A starting salary at point A5 for newly qualified EPs
• SPA points 1 and 2 automatically awarded after 1 and 2 years of successful practice
• London Fringe Area allowance of 939 per annum
• Essential Car User Lump Sum Allowance of 963 per annum
• 26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years and 31 days after 5 years
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Part-time and fixed-term opportunities available
• Flexible working options around school core hours
• Mobile and agile working with local office bases
• Extensive Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing
• Comprehensive supervision programme (peer and line-manager supervision)
• Induction programme with a buddy; reduced caseload for newly qualified EPs in the first term
• Extensive CPD programme with study days and opportunities to develop areas of special interest
• Generous Local Government pension and car lease option
• Relocation package up to 8,000 (tax and NI exempt for permanent roles)
• Visa sponsorship

Roles and Responsibilities We are expanding capacity to deliver preventative services alongside statutory work and to strengthen emotional wellbeing and mental health support in partnership with health colleagues. We welcome applications from experienced Educational Psychologists and current year two and three Trainee EPs who are committed to high-quality applied psychology work.Your ApplicationTo be shortlisted, please clearly evidence the following:

• Commitment to promoting positive futures for children and young people
• Recognised qualification in Educational Psychology
• Registration with the HCPC

Details:
Surrey has urban and rural areas; EPs should have a valid driving licence, access to a vehicle, and be willing to travel across a wide geographic area. Reasonable adjustments will be made for successful applicants with disabilities or long-term health conditions.Additional InformationWe are a supportive and friendly team, with flexible practices and emphasis on professional development and regular peer meetings. If this could be the place to start or further develop your psychological skills, please get in touch. This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If shortlisted, we will contact you to arrange an interview. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR):
Surrey County Council is moving to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater community powers. Our Commitment:
We are a disability confident employer and will guarantee an interview if you evidence you meet the minimum criteria and have disclosed a disability on your application. We are committed to inclusion and will support any adjustments you need from application to first day. This is a job posting for an Educational Psychologist position at Harmonia Careers in Woking, England, United Kingdom.#J-18808-Ljbffr