Average Psychologist salary in the UK

Surrey County Council's Educational Psychology team are busy building our 2023 cohort! We are a large and expanding, friendly team and our EPs tell us that our sociability, continuous professional development (CPD) and emphasis on regular meetings with peers are real strengths of the service. As part of the Council's commitment to providing early intervention we are recruiting to a number of exciting new roles! Do you want to be part of an innovative, evidence-based, and outcome-focused service, with excellent supervision, and development opportunities? We are a large team of Psychologists covering all maintained schools across Surrey (mainstream and specialist) and can offer a range of posts with opportunities to develop areas of specialist expertise. We have offices based in Esher, Redhill and Woking and we also promote flexible and remote working. There is a well-defined leadership team with Senior Educational Psychologists in each of the four Surrey quadrants, so support and guidance will always be on hand. We Can Offer You: A competitive salary for main grade EPs: Soulbury Scale A, 3 - 8 with up to 3 SPA points (existing SPA points will be transferred and starting point of A5 for newly qualified EPs) £42,811- £57,544. SPA points 1 and 2 are automatically awarded after 1 and 2 years successful practice. Part time and fixed term opportunities are availableLondon Fringe Area allowance of £848 per annumFlexible working options around school core hoursMobile and agile working solutions with friendly local bases for office working Comprehensive supervision programme including a buddy for the first term, peer supervision, regular supervision with line manager. Newly qualified EPs will also have a reduced caseload for the first termExtensive CPD programme with 7 whole service study days across the year, development activities within area team meetings and opportunities to develop areas of special interest in line with the council's prioritiesGenerous Local government salary-related pension offered and the option to join the car lease schemeRelocation package of up to £8,000 which is exempt from tax and National Insurance contributions for permanent positionsVisa sponsorshipGood administrative support for the EP Service About the Service The service is part of Surrey's local SEND offer, working collaboratively with the Inclusion and Additional Needs Team and other areas like Speech and Language Therapy and Specialist Teaching. We also work closely with colleagues in health and in particular services for emotional wellbeing and mental health. We are committed to promoting positive futures for all children and young people. Our focus is on the young person in their educational setting, home and community. We work collaboratively through the application of psychological theory, research and techniques with children and young people, their families and professionals to understand what is happening, develop empathy and agree effective support to enable children to thrive in their local communities. We use psychological frameworks to support those working closely with our vulnerable learners to develop stable and supportive networks that make a real difference to the lives of children and young people. About the Role We are looking to further enhance our capacity to deliver a sustainable preventative offer to schools and to strengthen our emotional wellbeing and mental health offer in partnership with health colleagues. You will join a friendly and skilled area team providing psychological support to early years, primary, secondary and specialist settings. You will have access to a wide range of resources including our innovative 'virtual assessment room'. Consultation and co-production will be fundamental to all aspects of your work together with a strong belief in inclusion. We welcome applications from current year two and three Trainee EPs. Please note that Newly Qualified Educational Psychologists will start on salary scale point 5. If you might be interested in joining us as an Associate or Locum Educational Psychologist please contact our team directly (details below). We are looking for EPs who: Want to work in a service committed to promoting positive futures for children and young peopleHave a recognised qualification in Educational PsychologyAre registered with the HCPC and have permission to work in the UK We are a friendly team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about the work we do. If you feel like this could be the place to kick start your career or further develop your psychological skills, then please do get in touch. This is a rolling advert and applications will be reviewed regularly. If your application is successfully shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview. When your employment begins, you will need to be a member of HCPC. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. We have opportunities available across Surrey, so please talk to us about your preferred location. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their applicationThe candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Surrey - Special Needs - SEN - Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate - Psychology Are you passionate about helping to create the best possible outcomes for children with additional needs? The School Aspiring Psychologists! We are looking for a dedicated Graduates to work in this small, specialist school in Godalming. All students have a range of special educatoinal needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist. This Aspiring Psychologist role is an amazing opportunity for Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children. You will be working in a creative and energetic team, alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with special educational needs, associated challenges and traumas. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life. Person Specification for Aspiring Psychologist: Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potentialExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectivelyApproachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with studentsAble to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflictHigh levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listenerMotivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work **Start date ASAP / January 2024 **Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students**£76-£85 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only**No previous experience is required**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if interested in the Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate - role: Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate

Surrey - Special Needs - SEN - Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate - Psychology Are you passionate about helping to create the best possible outcomes for children with additional needs? The School Aspiring Psychologists! We are looking for a dedicated Graduates to work in this small, specialist school in Godalming. All students have a range of special educatoinal needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A fantastic opportunity for an Aspiring Psychologist. This Aspiring Psychologist role is an amazing opportunity for Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children. You will be working in a creative and energetic team, alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with special educational needs, associated challenges and traumas. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life. Person Specification for Aspiring Psychologist: Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potentialExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectivelyApproachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with studentsAble to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflictHigh levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listenerMotivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work **ASAP start, trial days taking place **Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students**£76-£85 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only**No previous experience is required**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if interested in the Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate - role: Aspiring Psychologist - Graduate