About the Role
We are expanding Gloucestershire's Educational Psychology Service and are seeking Educational Psychologists to join our highly regarded and growing team. With additional funding secured through to 2027, these opportunities will support the continued development of our consultative model of service delivery and our commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people across the county.
We currently have a number of opportunities available, including permanent and fixed-term positions, with six two-year fixed-term posts supporting the "Experts at Hand" programme. The roles are across our four locality bases. We welcome applications from experienced Educational Psychologists as well as those who will be qualifying in Autumn 2027 (Current TEP Y3) and Autumn 2028 (Current TEP Y2).
As an Educational Psychologist within Gloucestershire, you will have the opportunity to undertake a diverse range of work that extends beyond statutory duties. We are passionate about consultative approaches and believe psychologists are most effective when they have the time and opportunity to build relationships within schools and settings, contribute to workforce development, and apply psychology at both an individual and strategic level.
All Educational Psychologists contribute to strategic areas of development led by specialist leads, including mobility and transition, removing barriers to learning, communication and interaction, resilience and emotional wellbeing, and supporting vulnerable groups. This includes involvement in highly valued programmes such as Mental Health in Schools, ELSA, ELKLAN, school capacity-building initiatives, and training and conference provision for SENCOs.
About You
We are looking for flexible, creative and solution-focused Educational Psychologists who are passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.
You will be enthusiastic about the role of educational psychology in creating meaningful change and recognise the value of both high-quality casework and wider systems-based approaches. You will be committed to consultative ways of working and keen to apply psychological principles strategically through workforce development, organisational change and partnership working.
You will be a collaborative team player who enjoys building positive relationships with schools, families and multi-agency partners, whilst bringing energy, innovation and professional curiosity to your practice.
Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
About Us
Gloucestershire's Educational Psychology Service forms part of STEPS (Specialist Teaching and Educational Psychology Service), a friendly, supportive and innovative team of Educational Psychologists and Advisory Teachers. We work closely with schools, settings and SEND specialists across the county to promote child development, learning and inclusion.
For an informal discussion about the role or to book a place at the Open Evening, please contact Dr Matt Baker, Senior Educational Psychologist, at matt.baker@gloucestershire.gov.uk
For more information please follow the link.
Key Details
Educational Psychologist
Salary: £55,482 - £65,929 per annum
Open Evening: Online briefing session via Microsoft Teams on 7pm, 19 November 2026. The open evening includes a briefing about the service and a chance to talk openly with Newly Qualified EPs about choosing to work Gloucestershire and ask questions.
Interview Date: W/C 7 December 2026
Closing Date: Sunday 29th November 2026
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