Educational Psychologist
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £430.69 to £600.00 per day |
| Additional salary information: | PAYE: £430.69 per day Umbrella/Ltd: £600.00 per day |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bexleyheath, Kent |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OR23918 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking an Educational Psychologist to join our client based with London Borough of Bexley.
Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
Hours: 29 per week
Start Date: 16 March 2026
Duration: Initially for 3 months, extended after review
About the Client
Bexley’s Children’s Services directorate is committed to delivering high‑quality early intervention, inclusion support and specialist educational services. The Early Intervention and Specialist Advice Service works closely with schools, families and multi‑agency partners to ensure children and young people with special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health needs receive timely, effective and evidence‑based support.
The Role
As an Educational Psychologist, you will support the Local Authority in meeting its statutory duties relating to the identification, assessment and provision for children and young people with SEND. You will provide psychological advice, consultation and intervention as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to improved outcomes at SEN Support and beyond. This role also supports service development, professional guidance and collaborative working across the borough.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver efficient and professional psychological services in line with legislation, council policies and service standards
Provide advice on developmental, learning and social, emotional and mental health needs
Contribute to statutory assessments and provide high‑quality psychological advice
Support service delivery through project work and task‑based contributions
Monitor and report on service effectiveness and time allocation
Provide consultation, supervision and advice to colleagues and senior staff
Contribute to training and development for schools, parents, carers and partners
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes
Maintain up‑to‑date professional knowledge, skills and practice
Promote and uphold safeguarding policies and responsibilities
Candidate Requirements
Eligibility for registration as an Educational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council
Good honours degree in Psychology
Postgraduate qualification at Masters or Doctoral level accepted by AEP/BPS as professional training
Experience working with children and young people, including those with SEND
Experience collaborating with other professionals to support development and learning
Knowledge of current approaches, tools and techniques used in Educational Psychology
Understanding of legislation relevant to Educational Psychology
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to manage workload, prioritise effectively and work under pressure
High level of applied literacy, numeracy and data‑handling skills
Ability to use supervision constructively and work collaboratively
Enhanced DBS required
Ability to travel within and outside the borough with necessary equipment
Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
Hours: 29 per week
Start Date: 16 March 2026
Duration: Initially for 3 months, extended after review
About the Client
Bexley’s Children’s Services directorate is committed to delivering high‑quality early intervention, inclusion support and specialist educational services. The Early Intervention and Specialist Advice Service works closely with schools, families and multi‑agency partners to ensure children and young people with special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health needs receive timely, effective and evidence‑based support.
The Role
As an Educational Psychologist, you will support the Local Authority in meeting its statutory duties relating to the identification, assessment and provision for children and young people with SEND. You will provide psychological advice, consultation and intervention as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to improved outcomes at SEN Support and beyond. This role also supports service development, professional guidance and collaborative working across the borough.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver efficient and professional psychological services in line with legislation, council policies and service standards
Provide advice on developmental, learning and social, emotional and mental health needs
Contribute to statutory assessments and provide high‑quality psychological advice
Support service delivery through project work and task‑based contributions
Monitor and report on service effectiveness and time allocation
Provide consultation, supervision and advice to colleagues and senior staff
Contribute to training and development for schools, parents, carers and partners
Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes
Maintain up‑to‑date professional knowledge, skills and practice
Promote and uphold safeguarding policies and responsibilities
Candidate Requirements
Eligibility for registration as an Educational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council
Good honours degree in Psychology
Postgraduate qualification at Masters or Doctoral level accepted by AEP/BPS as professional training
Experience working with children and young people, including those with SEND
Experience collaborating with other professionals to support development and learning
Knowledge of current approaches, tools and techniques used in Educational Psychology
Understanding of legislation relevant to Educational Psychology
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to manage workload, prioritise effectively and work under pressure
High level of applied literacy, numeracy and data‑handling skills
Ability to use supervision constructively and work collaboratively
Enhanced DBS required
Ability to travel within and outside the borough with necessary equipment