Educational Psychologist

<p></p> <p><strong>Job Title</strong>: Educational Psychologist<br><strong>Banding</strong>: Equivalent to Band 8a<br><strong>Location</strong>: Greater Manchester (hybrid working across home, schools, and regional offices)<br><strong>Working Hours</strong>: 37.5 hours per week, term-time only (approx. 41 weeks per year)<br><strong>Salary</strong>: £63,372 FTE (approx. £57,738 pro rata)</p> <p>Are you an HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding, flexible role where your expertise can make a real difference? We’re recruiting for a permanent Educational Psychologist to join a well-established, values-led organisation supporting children and young people with complex needs across Greater Manchester. This is a hybrid role offering autonomy, professional development, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. With a term-time working pattern and a generous salary package, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape lives while maintaining work-life balance.</p> <h3>Responsibilities</h3> <p>As an Educational Psychologist, your role will be central to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. You will:</p> <ul> <li>Carry out psychological assessments and needs analyses to inform tailored interventions</li> <li>Produce high-quality reports for families, schools, and professionals</li> <li>Collaborate with education staff to co-develop strategies that remove barriers to learning</li> <li>Deliver training and consultation to internal and external stakeholders</li> <li>Supervise and support Assistant Psychologists and trainees</li> <li>Contribute to service development, research, and reflective practice</li> <li>Work as part of a wider clinical team, engaging in supervision and CPD</li> </ul> <h3>Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Term-time only working (approx. 41 weeks per year)</li> <li>Hybrid working model – home, school, and office-based</li> <li>Generous salary and annual leave entitlement</li> <li>Access to regular clinical supervision and peer support</li> <li>Opportunities for CPD, research, and service development</li> <li>Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven working environment</li> </ul> <h3>Qualifications and Experience</h3> <p>We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Essential</strong>: Doctorate in Educational Psychology and current HCPC registration</li> <li><strong>Desirable</strong>: Experience working with children and young people with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs</li> <li>Strong communication, consultation, and report-writing skills</li> <li>A collaborative, reflective approach to practice</li> </ul> <p>If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply.</p> <h3>How to Apply</h3> <p>Apply now via the Pulse website. Once we receive your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.</p> <h3>Why Work with Pulse?</h3> <p>Pulse is a leading provider of specialist recruitment solutions in the healthcare and psychology sectors. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>Dedicated consultant support throughout your application</li> <li>Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere</li> <li>Compliance and onboarding support</li> <li>Opportunities for ongoing placements and career development</li> </ul> <h3>Reasonable Adjustments</h3> <p>We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.</p> <p></p>