Herts Legal Service - Hertfordshire County Council
Educational Psychologists
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Educational Psychologist
Salary Soulbury A Scale 3–8 (£49,215 – £59,809 per annum)
- Up to 3 SPA points plus £7,000 annual market enhancement
- £6,000 relocation package
Hours Full-time or part-time
Location Based in either Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead (hybrid working and countywide travel)
Contract Permanent
Directorate Children’s Services
Job Introduction
Hertfordshire County Council is continuing to invest in its Educational Psychology Service, and we are seeking Educational Psychologists who are passionate about:
- Inclusive, preventative, and evidence-based practice
- Supporting children and young people (0–25) with a focus on SEND, emotional wellbeing, and inclusion
This role is ideal for:
- Experienced practitioners
- Those currently completing doctoral training
A supportive, forward-thinking service where professional judgement, creativity, and wellbeing are prioritised.
About Us
Our Educational Psychology Service operates within an integrated practice framework, providing support through:
- Consultation-based practice, systemic work, and early intervention
- Collaborative approaches with families, schools, and partner services
- Delivery of statutory duties, parent support, crisis intervention, and training
We emphasise:
- Equity, diversity, and child rights
- Modern psychological practice with lasting impact
About The Role
As an Educational Psychologist, your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing consultative, preventative, and statutory psychological advice to enhance learning, inclusion, and wellbeing
- Applying independent professional judgment while being accountable for psychological recommendations
- Working creatively and flexibly with children and young people (0–25), particularly those with SEND
- Implementing evidence-based, research-informed approaches in psychological formulation and intervention
- Supporting crisis and incident response as needed
- Collaborating multi-disciplinarily and multi-agency to achieve positive outcomes
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This is a varied and purposeful role, offering:
- Professional autonomy
- Strong supervision, peer support, and career development opportunities
About You
Eligibility
We welcome applications from:
- Qualified Educational Psychologists (EPs)
- Trainee EPs currently in years 2 or 3 of a recognised doctoral programme
Essential Criteria
- Professional Doctorate in Educational Psychology (or equivalent, including Qualified Teacher Status) and current HCPC registration (or pursing on a recognised path)
- Experience in local authority settings
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the SEND Code of Practice
- Ability to incorporate psychological theory, research, and consultation-based approaches into practice
- Proven track record of collaborating with schools, families, and multi-agency teams (including crisis responses)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including producing clear, high-quality reports under deadline pressures
- Capacity to work independently, manage workloads, and balance competing demands
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and children’s rights
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work-related travel
Contact for Informal Discussions
For further inquiries, please reach out to:
- Naina Cowell (Principal EP - East) Email: naina.cowell@hertfordshire.gov.uk
- Melanie Flay (Principal EP - West) Email: melanie.flay@hertfordshire.gov.uk
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Recruitment Timeline
Applications are considered as they are received, with interviews arranged on an ad-hoc basis. Early applicants are encouraged.
Our Offer
Additional benefits include:
- Up to 3 SPA points
- £7,000 annual market enhancement (conditions apply)
- £6,000 relocation package (if applicable)
- 36 days annual leave
- Reimbursement of HCPC registration fees
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- CPD and career development opportunities
- Local Government Pensions Scheme (19% employer contribution)
- Risk and benefit salary exchange, including extra annual leave
- Employee wellbeing support, staff networks, and discounts
- Free parking and smart-working facilities
- Membership to a broad, integrated multi-disciplinary team
- Regular professional development (CPD days, learning sets, networking, supervision)
How to Apply
Submit:
- Your most recent CV (up-to-date, including gaps and training, with examples of how you meet job criteria)
- Covering paragraph – describe your skills, knowledge, and experience
Additional Information
- Sponsorship eligibility for candidates meeting the UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) requirements.
- Disability Confident Employer – commitment to interviews for disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria.
- DBS check from a Disclosure & Barring Service.
- Driving required – personal or company vehicle backbone for countywide travel.
- English fluency mandatory (or provision of a sign language interpreter if applicable).
Attachments: Educational Psychologist Job Outline.pdf
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