Educational Psychologist (London) - up to £400per day Corus Consultancy are looking for an Educational Psychologist for our client in London. This is a contract position for a 3 month initial period with the possibility of extension. What will you be doingTo deliver an effective educational psychology service to schools and the Local Authority by providing advice and guidance on assessment and interventions for vulnerable pupils including those with a special educational need. Principle Accountabilities 1 To provide psychological advice concerning pupils undergoing statutory assessment, within the time scales laid down by the SEND Code of Practice. 2 To provide an Educational Psychology Service to schools, according to school priorities selected from a menu of choice according to a Service Level Agreement. 3 To offer advice and practical strategies to schools on issues relating to individuals or groups of pupils, and to take part in, or lead, training courses as required. 4 To provide an Educational Psychology Service to children and young people and their families, working in partnership with parents and carers, and taking full account of the "Voice of the Child" and a person centred approach. 5 To work as required on specific projects and working parties in accordance with the priorities set by the client's Community Plan and the Educational Psychology Service Development Plan. 6 To maintain clear records, in accordance with Service policies and procedures, of work undertaken with schools, individuals and groups and help maintain up to date information on the Service databases. 7 To contribute as required to research initiatives as part of the client's programme for identifying and meeting the educational needs of vulnerable children and young people. 8 To work closely on a multi-disciplinary basis with providers of the Special Education Needs and Disability Services within the overall management framework of the Educational Psychology Service and the Division of Education, Learning and Skills. What our client requires from you Applicant must have completed professional training course as an Educational Psychologist which is recognised by the British Psychological Society and be registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).Knowledge of the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015 and statutory requirements for an Education, Health and Care assessment. Broad understanding of the legal framework that underpins equalities and safeguarding. experience of the assessment and intervention of children and young people's educational needs from a psychological perspective. experience of working in early years, school and FE settings providing guidance and advice to teaching and non-teaching staff on strategies to work towards better educational outcomes for children and young people. experience of managing a caseload and demonstrating good organisation and time management.If you are an enthusiastic, organised person passionate about supporting young people and their families, then please apply now. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.