About this role
Job Title: Educational Psychologist Banding: Equivalent to Band 8a Location: Greater Manchester (hybrid working across home, schools, and regional offices) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term-time only (approx. 41 weeks per year) Salary: £63,372 FTE (approx. £57,738 pro rata)
Are you an HCPC-registered Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding, flexible role where your expertise can make a real difference? We’re recruiting for a permanent Educational Psychologist to join a well-established, values-led organisation supporting children and young people with complex needs across Greater Manchester. This is a hybrid role offering autonomy, professional development, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. With a term-time working pattern and a generous salary package, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape lives while maintaining work-life balance.
Responsibilities
As an Educational Psychologist, your role will be central to improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND. You will:
- Carry out psychological assessments and needs analyses to inform tailored interventions
- Produce high-quality reports for families, schools, and professionals
- Collaborate with education staff to co-develop strategies that remove barriers to learning
- Deliver training and consultation to internal and external stakeholders
- Supervise and support Assistant Psychologists and trainees
- Contribute to service development, research, and reflective practice
- Work as part of a wider clinical team, engaging in supervision and CPD
Benefits
- Term-time only working (approx. 41 weeks per year)
- Hybrid working model – home, school, and office-based
- Generous salary and annual leave entitlement
- Access to regular clinical supervision and peer support
- Opportunities for CPD, research, and service development
- Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven working environment
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:
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Essential: Doctorate in Educational Psychology and current HCPC registration
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Desirable: Experience working with children and young people with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health needs
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Strong communication, consultation, and report-writing skills
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A collaborative, reflective approach to practice
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If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply.
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Why Work with Pulse?
Pulse is a leading provider of specialist recruitment solutions in the healthcare and psychology sectors. We offer:
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Dedicated consultant support throughout your application
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Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere
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Compliance and onboarding support
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Opportunities for ongoing placements and career development
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Reasonable Adjustments
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We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.