The Athelstan Trust is looking to recruit a passionate and experienced Educational Psychologist to work across all our schools.
We are looking for a dedicated individual to support students who have a range of emotional and social issues or learning difficulties. You’ll apply psychological theory and research to promote emotional and social wellbeing. You will offer a unique perspective on ways to help young people develop their skills and learn.
The Educational Psychologist for the Athelstan Trust will work closely with the CEO, Central Executive Team and school SENDCos to help deliver the Athelstan Trust’s strategic objectives. The postholder will be required to travel between all schools within the Athelstan Trust.
The successful candidate will:
• have post-graduate professional qualification in Educational Psychology
• have sound knowledge of evidence-based interventions
• be an excellent practitioner with good communication, interpersonal, organisation and time management skills
• be able to demonstrate resilience, motivation and commitment to improving outcomes for young people
• have Health and Care Professions Council registration
The Athelstan Trust is a family of schools in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire incorporating 5 secondary schools. Details about the Trust can be found on The Athelstan Trust website. We offer generous holidays, an employee assistance programme and flexible working or part-time hours would be considered.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Wednesday 5 October 2022
Interviews on Monday 10 October 2022 at the Athelstan Trust, Tetbury, Glos.
Applicants are invited to send an application form together with a letter of application, no more than two sides of A4, outlining how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for this post.
The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this obligation. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We are a flexible working employer and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.
The Athelstan Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this obligation. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.
