Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Principal Educational Psychologist
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🚀 WE'RE NOT JUST RECRUITING A PRINCIPAL EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST...
We're looking for someone to build the future of Educational Psychology in Stockton-on-Tees.
- Location: Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
- Salary: Soulbury 8-14 + up to 3 SPA Points
- Pay: Up to £78,490
- Hours: Up to 37 hours per week – part time or full time, you decide
- Work Type: Flexible & Hybrid Working
Imagine a role where...
- Freedom: You have the freedom to shape and grow an Educational Psychology Service.
- Team Development: You can build and develop your team your way.
- Influence: Your ideas don't get stuck in bureaucracy. They influence strategy.
- Innovation: Innovation, creativity and fresh thinking are not just welcomed. They're expected.
- Legacy: You have the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy for children, young people and families.
That's exactly what this role offers.
This is a rare opportunity
Our Educational Psychology Service is entering an exciting new chapter, and we're seeking an ambitious leader to help shape what comes next.
This isn't about maintaining the status quo.
It's about creating a service that is innovative, influential, sustainable and impactful, whilst leading strategic SEND developments across the borough.
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You'll have genuine autonomy to:
- Shape service direction
- Develop workforce capacity
- Build a culture of excellence
- Strengthen partnerships with schools and settings
- Influence borough-wide SEND strategy
- Create an environment where Educational Psychologists can thrive
Thinking of moving from Private Practice?
Many experienced Educational Psychologists enjoy the flexibility of consultancy work, but often miss:
- Being part of a professional team
- Leading wider system change
- Long-term impact and influence
- Stability and security
- Professional collaboration
- Opportunities to mentor and develop others
At Stockton, you don't have to choose between flexibility and impact.
You can have both.
Why make the move?
- Generous Annual Leave: More time for what matters outside of work.
- Flexible & Hybrid Working: We understand life doesn't fit neatly into a 9-5. With contracts of up to 37 hours per week, we offer flexibility to help you balance your career around family, caring responsibilities, passions and personal commitments.
- Local Government Pension Scheme: One of the most valuable pension schemes available, helping provide security for the future.
- Stability & Job Security: Enjoy the reassurance of working within an established organisation delivering essential services to our communities.
- Professional Growth: Lead, innovate, influence and shape strategic change across Children's Services.
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We're Looking For Someone Who...
- Sees possibilities where others see barriers.
- Wants to build something special.
- Is excited by innovation and service development.
- Can inspire, lead and develop others.
- Is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people.
Ready to make a difference on a bigger scale?
Join us and help create an Educational Psychology Service that reflects your vision, your expertise and your ambition.
Build the team. Shape the service. Leave the legacy.
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