North Tyneside Council - Educational Psychologist

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Main Grade Educational Psychologist to join our dynamic and cohesive team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a service that is highly regarded and embedded in local authority priorities and committed to innovation, inclusion, and impact.

What We Offer

• Team Cohesion & Support

We believe in the power of connection in how we practice and as a community of psychologists. As a relatively small local authority, our team benefits from free parking at a welcoming office base where we support and encourage regular in-person contact, and high-quality individual and peer supervision. We balance this with flexible working arrangements including home working respecting individual needs and promote wellbeing.

What our team members say: 

‘A really friendly and supportive team of EPs with a great mix of ages and experience’

‘It’s so important to feel part of a community, to feel supported in this role. I really feel North Tyneside EPS apply those values of connection and care to their work and importantly with one another.’ 

• Strategic Influence & Protected Project Time
  • Connect Mental Health team
  • HIVE team (mulitagency support for children in care, care leavers, previously looked after children who are adopted or under a Special Guardianship Order or those with a social worker.)
  • Early Years Partnership
  • ARP Development & Training – advancing Additional Resource Provisions

North Tyneside EPS plays a prominent role in shaping local authority initiatives. Our psychologists are commissioned to lead or contribute to projects and multi-disciplinary teams including:

What our team members say:

‘One of the key positives of working at NT EPS is the wealth of opportunities to develop and enhance my skills through a diverse range of work. This variety not only broadens my experience but also enriches my understanding and professional skillset.

Another significant strength is the service commitment to supporting children and families in ways that are both preventative and systemic.’

• Strong University & Trainee Links

We maintain an active partnership with Newcastle University, offering supported placements for Year 1, 2 and 3 trainee educational psychologists, fostering a culture of learning and growth.  Many of our former TEPs have chosen to remain at North Tyneside when qualified. 

• Valued by Schools

Our Service Level Agreement is highly regarded by local authority schools, with a high level of buy-in, reflecting our commitment to high-quality service delivery.  Allocations are carefully planned to allow all EPs to work into a range of settings in balance with other types of work.  

• Statutory Work with Integrity

Statutory responsibilities are carefully managed in order to allow EPs to maintain a balanced and fulfilling workload. We recognise the importance of this aspect of the role alongside the need for a breadth of meaningful work in applying psychology. 

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be:

• HCPC registered (or working towards registration)
• Committed to inclusive practice and systemic change
• A reflective practitioner who values collaboration and continuous learning
• Ready to contribute to a service that is respected, innovative, and child-centred

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.