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Locum Educational Psychologist – Northumberland Council (Face-to-Face Delivery) Outside IR35 | £1,200 – £1,250 per completed assessment | Up to 5 assessments per month

We are seeking experienced HCPC-registered Educational Psychologists to support Northumberland Council with the completion of statutory Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments (EHCNAs) on a face-to-face basis.

This project offers flexible, manageable caseloads with a clear focus on high-quality psychological advice, direct engagement with children and young people, and meaningful collaboration with schools and families.

What’s on offer
£1,200 – £1,250 per completed assessment (Outside IR35)

Up to 5 assessments per month – consistent and sustainable workload

All work carried out in person within Northumberland

Access to our dedicated administrative and QA support team

Streamlined onboarding, compliance and scheduling support

Full autonomy over diary and workload management

Requirements
HCPC registration as an Educational Psychologist

Enhanced DBS (Update Service preferred)

Proven experience delivering statutory EHCP assessments

Ability to travel within Northumberland for in-person work

Strong report writing and psychological formulation skills

About the project This opportunity sits within a collaborative initiative between Leaders in Care – Educational Psychology Division and Northumberland Council, designed to ensure timely, high-quality completion of statutory assessments across the region. You’ll join a supportive network of practitioners who share a commitment to evidence-based, ethical, and child-centred practice.

If you’re an experienced Educational Psychologist seeking flexible, high-quality locum work outside IR35, we’d love to hear from you.

? Apply or enquire today by contacting Dan Potts, Divisional Manager – Educational Psychology
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