Job Introduction
Assistant Educational Psychologist
Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week
Salary Range: Soulbury Assistant Educational Psychologist 2-5 £37,265 - £41,616 per annum.
Fixed Term Contract initially for 1 year from commencement of the post, with the possibility of the post being extended, dependent on future funding.
We currently have a fantastic opportunity for two exceptional, enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Educational Psychologists (EP) to support the delivery of the new Experts at Hand programme, that has been introduced by the Department for Education as part of the Government’s SEND Reforms.
Each Assistant EP will work under the supervision of qualified Educational Psychologists. Within this highly rewarding role, you will work directly in schools to support groups of children, staff and families using training, intervention, therapeutic approaches and consultation. Themes arising will include those such as cognition, emotional wellbeing, child development, attachment, trauma, teaching methodology and interaction.
You will gain experience, skills, knowledge and understanding of the role and professional practice of Educational Psychologists.
This is a temporary post suitable for psychology graduates who are awaiting, or proposing to apply for, admission to an approved course of post-graduate training leading to a doctorate-level qualification in the professional practice of Educational Psychology, recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council.
You will have a Psychology degree and experience of applying psychology within an educational setting, for example, teaching, delivering interventions for pupils, working with families or delivering SEND support. You will be able to work under pressure as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and your exceptional engagement skills to work with children, young people and families will set you apart from other candidates.
Our EP team is part of the integrated SEND 0–25 Service, a friendly and highly supportive service where collaboration and peer supervision are actively encouraged. We have strong links with both local and national educational psychology training courses and we are proud of our commitment towards purposeful CPD and promoting research in practice here at Solihull Council.
In addition, you will also benefit from the following:
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Generous annual leave allocation (33daysplusBank Holidays)
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6 sessions of whole service CPD a year, protected personal CPD time and access to CPD budget
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Flexible working, including flexi leave up to 15 days per year, agile and home working arrangements
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The opportunity to buy up to 10 days additional leave per year
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Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
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Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
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Employee benefits including Childcare Vouchers and staff discount card
To apply, please click on the link below. Your application should be in your own words and reflect your own personal experiences.
If you have a specific question or require further information regarding this post, please contact Jane Sowter, Principal Educational Psychologist, at
[email protected]
Closing Date: Sunday 14th June 2026
Interviews to be held 22 and 24 June 2026
Further Information
Please note we are not accepting CVs for these opportunities.
An online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.
This appointment is subject to a pre-employment medical check.
The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required.
This post requires the following Disclosure and Barring check: DBS Enhanced Adults & Childrens.
Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
