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Join Our Values-Driven Psychology Service in Sandwell as an Educational and Child Psychologist

Are you looking for a role where you can truly work in alignment with your values? Where your professional passions are nurtured, and your individuality is celebrated? Then Sandwell is the place for you.

“When making my decision about a Y2 placement, I wanted somewhere where I could practice in a way that aligned with my values, and I can definitely do that in Sandwell.”
— Year 3, Trainee EP

Why Sandwell?

We are a Values-Based Service, and our team consistently reports feeling empowered to work in ways that reflect their personal and professional ethics. Our service is grounded in Community Psychology, with a strong emphasis on person-centred approaches and anti-oppressive practice.

We’re proud to be evolving our model of service delivery — moving away from a historically high statutory workload to a more balanced, patch-based approach, with a cap on statutory assessments to ensure sustainability and space for creativity.

We are actively developing our traded offer with schools whilst also delivering high-profile, commissioned projects such as the Sandwell Wellbeing Charter Mark, in partnership with Public Health and Social Care.

Ready to Join Us?

Be part of a team where your voice matters, your values are respected, and your career can thrive. Apply now and help shape the future of psychology in Sandwell.

What You’ll Do

In Sandwell, every day is different. Your work will span a variety of activities including, assessment, consultation, intervention, training, research and direct work with children and young people from Early Years to Post-16

What We Offer

Career Development: Colleagues are supported to lead on specialisms they’re passionate about Working Groups: Protected time to collaborate on shared interests and innovative projects.Specialist Projects:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), including staff wellbeing initiativesAnti-Oppressive PracticeComplex Needs ProjectPerinatal Mental Health support through Video Interactive Guidance (VIG)Sandwell Charter MarkContinual Professional Development (CPD): We invest in your growth with ongoing professional development, with time protected for CPD.Team Culture: A working environment that promotes strong relationships and team support, through dedicated time for supervision.Multi-Professional Collaboration: Work within a school patch system alongside other professionals.Agile Working: You’ll be equipped with a laptop and mobile phone to support flexible and efficient working.Benefits

Up to 36 days annual leaveUp to 24 days flexi-leave per yearTravel expenses paidAccess to Car Loan and Cycle to Work SchemesParticipation in health and wellbeing programmes for all Sandwell employeesRead

What You’ll Need

A Master’s or Doctorate in Educational PsychologyHCPC registration as a Practitioner PsychologistBPS membership (or eligibility)A DBS check is required for this postA commitment to values-led, inclusive practiceWe reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.