Educational Psychologist
Overview
We are seeking passionate, ethically-driven, forward-thinking Educational Psychologists to join our team, due to the growing number of schools joining the Golden Thread Psychology community this year. The ideal candidate will provide support to a patch of allocated schools, prioritising relationships and placing children and young people at the centre of everything they do. This role offers an opportunity to invite creativity into EP work, through assessment, consultation, intervention, systemic work and whole service projects. Golden Thread Psychology does not undertake statutory advice writing or tribunal work. Successful applicants will possess a strong commitment to improving learning and wellbeing outcomes for children and young people.
A bit about us
Golden Thread Psychology provides tailored educational psychology services to schools and educational settings across Warwickshire and neighbouring counties. We prioritise building strong relationships with dedicated education staff and stakeholders to collaboratively support the needs of children and young people. Our mission is to create a cohesive understanding of individuals with special educational needs and disabilities, fostering positive and effective change in their educational experiences. Inspired by the metaphor of the “golden thread,” our work seeks to bind together each individual’s unique qualities to achieve meaningful outcomes.
What makes us different?
- Full time or part time opportunities available – fit your role around your existing commitments
- Hybrid working – including face-to-face assessments, working from home and access to the office
- Flexible hours – create the working week that works for you
- Time allocation model structured around term times – our time allocation accounts for school holidays
- Named EP model – get to really know your patch of schools
- Ethical practices – an organisation that’s managed by EPs and motivated by its core values
- Small, independent company – be heard and influence the direction of the company
- Ongoing access to CPD, support and supervision – become part of a team of EPs with a breadth of experience
- Sick pay, annual leave, parental leave and pension contributions
- Expenses – including mileage, flu jab and HCPC registration
- Christmas and Summer Socials – shaped around the interests of the team
- Annual conference – celebrate another year of Golden Thread Psychology with our annual birthday party
- Award winning company – winner of a Small Business Sunday Award, Finalist at the Woman Who Solopreneur Awards 2025 and awaiting the outcome of the Woman Who Achieves Awards 2026
Applicants must:
- Be HCPC registered (or eligible for registration)
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Be able to work across a range of educational settings
- Hold a full UK driving licence
The fine print…
- Maingrade Educational Psychologists
- Full/part time roles available
- Based in Rugby, Warwickshire (hybrid working)
- Download the application pack from www.goldenthreadpsychology.co.uk/vacancies