PSYCHOLOGY Direct Ltd
Educational Psychologist
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Educational Psychologist
Educational Psychologist Associate – North West England & West Yorkshire (Face-to-face work required across Manchester, Leeds, Bradford, Calderdale & surrounding areas)
We are seeking Educational Psychologists to join Psychology Direct as associates, supporting our partners across the North of England with statutory and non-statutory work in schools, settings, and collaborative projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Psychological Assessments
- Conduct assessments to support EHCP processes and statutory requirements.
- Develop evidence-based intervention strategies for children and young people with:
- Educational needs
- Developmental challenges
- Social-emotional difficulties
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School & Team Support
- Provide consultation to teachers, SENCOs, and senior leaders in schools.
- Collaborate with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to systemic and whole-school initiatives where needed.
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Output & Reporting
- Produce clear, high-quality psychological advice and reports.
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About the Role
Location & Work Pattern: Face-to-face and remote work required across:
- Manchester, Leeds, Bradford, Calderdale
- Wider North West England & West Yorkshire
Your duties will involve supporting schools and settings in these regions.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Qualified Educational Psychologist with:
- A relevant postgraduate qualification (doctorate or equivalent).
- Registered with the HCPC.
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in a UK educational/Local Authority context.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Proven skills in:
- Assessment
- Report-writing
- Experience delivering face-to-face and remote work across locations.
- Exceptional communication skills with:
- Children & young people
- Families & professionals
What We Offer
✔ Competitive associate day rates ✔ Flexible working – choose your availability ✔ Established referral pipeline via LA and MAT partnerships ✔ Dedicated admin support, so you don’t manage paperwork alone ✔ Access to a supportive network of senior Educational Psychologists ✔ Practice that values professional autonomy and development
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About Psychology Direct
Psychology Direct Ltd delivers psychological and psychiatric services to:
- Solicitors, insurance companies, schools, and local authorities.
- Works with a network of over 1,000 professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists) across the UK.
Expanding roles: We’re growing our associate network to meet demand from clients, particularly in the North of England. Our educational psychologists enjoy autonomy, structured support, and streamlined operational processes, so you can focus on the clinical work itself – without operational burdens.
Apply today to join a dynamic team supporting schools, young people, and teams across the region.
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