Are you looking for an Educational Psychology role where you can be the psychologist you trained to be – combining meaningful casework, preventative practice, research, innovation and career development? If so, East Sussex Educational Psychology Service could be the place for you.
We are a supportive, innovative and forward-thinking service where Educational Psychologists are trusted and encouraged to use their professional expertise, develop specialist interests and make a lasting difference to children, young people, families and schools.
As an Educational Psychologist in East Sussex, you will contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people aged 0–25 through consultation, assessment, intervention, training and system-wide work. You will support schools, families and multi-agency partners while promoting inclusion, wellbeing and positive outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
You will have opportunities to engage in early intervention projects, research and service development aligned with your interests and expertise.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Hold recognised postgraduate training in Educational Psychology.
- Are registered with the HCPC or eligible for registration.
- Are committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people.
- Build effective relationships with families, schools and professional partners.
Value collaborative practice, reflection, learning and professional development.
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Applications are welcomed from newly qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. We encourage applicants to also share their experience of applying psychology to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI .
The interviews will be held in person on the afternoon of Tuesday 25 August 2026 at County Hall, Lewes. If you are unavailable on this date, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. The selection process is designed to be supportive and give applicants the opportunity to demonstrate their professional skills, values and aspirations.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
Why Choose East Sussex?
Our Educational Psychology Service has a strong reputation for being supportive, reflective and professionally ambitious. We offer:
- A strong peer support culture and stable leadership.
- Separate professional supervision and line management arrangements.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
- A locality team model that promotes collaboration and connection.
- Opportunities to influence strategic developments and SEND reform work.
A commitment to maintaining a broad and rewarding Educational Psychology role, beyond statutory assessment work alone.
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We want our Educational Psychologists to have the opportunity to work preventatively, build capacity in systems and communities, engage in research and contribute to meaningful change.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
Working in East Sussex means joining a service that actively invests in its psychologists. Benefits include:
- Excellent supervision and professional support.
- Extensive continuing professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to lead research, innovation and service development projects.
- Support to develop specialist areas of practice.
- Opportunities to supervise trainees, assistants and colleagues.
- Protected opportunities to contribute to preventative and project work.
- Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
Career progression pathways from newly qualified EP through to senior leadership roles.
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Whether you are at the start of your Educational Psychology career or looking for your next professional challenge, East Sussex offers the opportunity to belong to a service where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing matters and your professional interests can flourish. Join us and help shape positive futures for children and young people across East Sussex.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact [email protected] or [email protected] .
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
