Educational Psychologists

Job summary Educational Psychologist Join Oxfordshire County Council's Educational Psychology Service and help shape the future of support for children and young people across Oxfordshire. As an Educational Psychologist, you will work collaboratively with children, young people, families, schools and professional partners to apply psychological knowledge and evidence-based practice that improves outcomes and promotes inclusion. You will manage a cluster of schools, developing strong relationships with SENDCOs and education professionals, while providing consultation, assessment and support for children and young people with a wide range of needs. Alongside supporting schools through traded work, you will contribute to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs) and have opportunities to become involved in service-wide initiatives such as Emotional Literacy Support Assistant programmes, emotionally based school avoidance work, nurture group development, critical incident response, staff supervision and training. The service offers excellent peer support, dedicated administrative assistance, flexible working arrangements and extensive professional development opportunities. Newly qualified Educational Psychologists benefit from a structured induction and reduced caseload, while experienced practitioners are encouraged to develop specialist interests and contribute to service innovation. We welcome applications from qualified Educational Psychologists, HCPC-registered practitioners and Trainee Educational Psychologists seeking a September 2027 or September 2028 start date. Main duties of the job As an Educational Psychologist, you will apply psychological knowledge and evidence-based practice to support children and young people, schools and families across Oxfordshire. Through consultation, assessment, training and collaborative problem-solving, you will help improve educational outcomes, promote inclusion and support positive wellbeing for children and young people. About us Oxfordshire County Council Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is part of a collaborative partnership between Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, working to improve outcomes for children and young people through the Experts at Hand programme. By bringing together education, health and care professionals, the service provides early intervention, strengthens inclusion and helps ensure children and young people with SEND receive the right support at the right time. The Educational Psychology Service is made up of Educational Psychologists, Trainee Educational Psychologists, Assistant Educational Psychologists and dedicated support staff who work alongside schools, families and partner agencies across Oxfordshire. Through consultation, assessment, training and intervention, the service helps children and young people overcome barriers to learning, wellbeing and participation while supporting schools to develop inclusive and effective practice. Details Date posted 18 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £52,233 to £63,843 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VP38DB6D49 Job locations Oxfordshire OX4 1JP United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Job details Soulbury A Salary (£53,233-£63,943 per annum) plus up to 3 SPA points. It is anticipated that newly qualified EPs would start at point 5 Successful candidates may be eligible to claim up to £8000 in relocation expenses Work location: The Vibe, Didcot; Samuelson House, Banbury; or Union St, Oxford Hours per week: 37 we are open to discussions about flexible working. Part-time hours are also available (minimum 0.6 fte). Contract type: Permanent Early application is advised as applications will be reviewed when received. Vetting requirements:This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check. About us Together, were inspiring young minds. Join us as we transform the lives of children and young families in Oxfordshire. Join us on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Were seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of daring to do it differently, as we continue to strive to do better. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Oxfordshire County Council are transforming support for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are building a team of health and education professionals (Experts at Hand) to provide earlier intervention and stronger inclusion in schools settings, providing practical support where it is needed, and helping children and young people receive the right support, at the right time. By sharing your expertise and working collaboratively with colleagues across organisations, you'll play a key role in improving outcomes for children, families, and schools across Oxfordshire. Oxfordshire Educ