Nottinghamshire County Council
Specialist Educational Psychologist (Transitions)
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Scale A point 2-7 with an additional increment for the role (and up to 3 SPA points)
Type of vacancy
Fixed Term
Work pattern
Full Time
Duration (Months)
12
Hours per week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG7 2QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
[Specialist Educational Psychologist Transitions JDPS.pdf – 163KB](Opens in a new window)
Number of posts
1
Interview date
20 October 2026
Closing Date
20 September 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young people with SEND as they prepare for adulthood?
Nottinghamshire Educational Psychology Service is seeking an innovative Specialist Educational Psychologist (Transitions) to join our ambitious Experts at Hand programme. Initially focused on Post-16 transitions and Preparing for Adulthood, the role will support young people, families, colleges and partner agencies to improve participation, independence and long-term outcomes. In a later phase, the role will also support the development of transition pathways within the Early Years.
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The Role
You Will
- Lead the development of evidence-informed transition practice across Nottinghamshire.
- Provide specialist consultation and psychological advice to young people, families, schools, settings, colleges and partner agencies.
- Champion the voice and aspirations of young people with SEND, ensuring they shape transition planning and Preparing for Adulthood pathways.
- Work with senior leaders in colleges and Post-16 settings to strengthen inclusive practice and improve outcomes.
- Design and deliver training and CPD for Post-16 providers to build confidence and expertise in supporting young people with SEND.
- Support partnerships and initiatives that reduce the risk of young people becoming Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) and promote successful transitions into adulthood.
- Contribute to strategic SEND developments and county-wide improvement initiatives.
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Role Dimensions
- Work closely with a range of education, health and care partners.
- Maintain strong links with the Educational Psychology Service.
- Benefit from ongoing professional supervision, peer support and CPD opportunities.
- Lead and influence practice while remaining connected to the wider EP profession.
- Help shape the future direction of SEND inclusion across the county.
About You
You will be an HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist:
- A commitment to inclusion, participation and improving life chances for children and young people.
- An interest in Post-16 education, employment, Preparing for Adulthood and transition pathways.
- Strong consultation, training and partnership-working skills.
- A passion for person-centred practice and co-production with young people and families.
Why Join Us?
- Work closely with a range of education, health and care partners.
- Maintain strong links with the Educational Psychology Service.
- Benefit from ongoing professional supervision, peer support and CPD opportunities.
- Lead and influence practice while remaining connected to the wider EP profession.
- Help shape the future direction of SEND inclusion across the county.
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This is a unique opportunity to shape transition support across Nottinghamshire and play a key role in an innovative SEND reform programme focused on inclusion, early intervention and positive outcomes for children and young people
Join us and help young people with SEND achieve their aspirations, have their voices heard and successfully transition into adulthood.
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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Katie Ruane on 0115 804 0769 or by email Katie.Ruane@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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