Educational Psychologist – SEND

Location: London Borough (East London area)
Working Pattern: Flexible – 1 to 5 days per week available
Rate: £634.50 per day (Umbrella) (£478.36 PAYE per day)

We are currently recruiting for three Educational Psychologists to support a local authority SEND service in East London.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Educational Psychologists looking for a flexible interim assignment, with availability ranging from 1 to 5 days per week to support the equivalent of 3 full-time posts.

About the Role

You will be responsible for completing high-quality psychological assessments to support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

The role involves attending schools and educational provisions to carry out assessments face-to-face, followed by report writing completed remotely from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake psychological assessments with children and young people in schools and educational settings

• Gather information from children, families, schools, and professionals

• Produce clear, high-quality written reports and advice

• Provide professional psychological advice to support SEND decision-making

• Work collaboratively with education staff, families, and wider professionals

• Manage allocated assessments and meet agreed deadlines

About You – Essential Experience & Skills

• Qualified and experienced Educational Psychologist

• Experience completing statutory SEND assessments

• Strong knowledge of educational psychology practice within local authority settings

• Ability to undertake face-to-face assessments in schools/provisions

• Excellent report writing and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Working Arrangements

This role offers flexibility, with posts available from 1–5 days per week. Candidates will be required to attend schools and provisions for assessments, with report writing completed remotely from home.

If you are an experienced Educational Psychologist looking for a flexible local authority opportunity, we would love to hear from you.