Assistant Educational Psychologists

Role overview

Wokingham Borough Council is recruiting three Assistant Educational Psychologists to work within its Educational Psychology Service on a full-time, fixed-term basis of 20 months. The postholders will support the service in improving outcomes for children and families by applying evidence-based practice under the direction of a Senior Educational Psychologist.

The roles are based in Wokingham, with a mix of Shute End and home working. Each post will specialise in one of three focus areas: Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Early Years, or Neurodiversity.

This position offers the chance to work collaboratively with educational settings, parents, carers, health professionals, Early Help services, and Children’s Services to help remove barriers to learning, development, and well-being.

Key duties

You will support the delivery of psychologically informed interventions and contribute to the wider EP service by researching best practice, sharing current thinking with colleagues and stakeholders, and helping co-deliver training related to your specialist area. You will also help gather, examine, and present data showing the impact of EP services on children and families.

Specialist focus areas

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Early Years
• Neurodiversity

Candidate profile

The council is seeking a collaborative and motivated psychology professional with a degree in Psychology, along with experience of working with children and/or undertaking research relevant to children and young people. Experience with collecting and analysing data is also required.

Working pattern and checks

This is a full-time role of 37 hours per week. The post requires an Enhanced DBS check. The advert closes on 12 July 2026 at 23:00, and interview dates are to be confirmed.

For current Wokingham Borough Council employees, the appointment would be treated as a secondment if successful, and normal secondment approval processes apply. Shortlisted applicants must provide proof of their right to work in the UK at interview stage, and successful candidates will need to present this again at offer stage. All offers are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks.

The council may review applications daily and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. The organisation is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share that responsibility.

Pay and contract details

Salary is £37,265 to £40,015 per annum, plus benefits, with a pay award pending. This is a contract role.

Benefits

• 30 days of annual leave each year, increasing by 5 days after 5 years of continuous local government service, plus bank holidays
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• GP helpline available seven days a week
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care helpline
• Free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to a free onsite gym at the Shute End offices in Wokingham
• Local and lifestyle discounts across shopping, entertainment, dining, and more
• Move Through Menopause course
• Sports and social activities including running, football, cricket, and more
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee networks

About the area

Wokingham Borough Council has been recognised as one of the most productive councils in England. The borough sits in Berkshire and has strong transport links to Reading and central London. It combines a market town atmosphere, villages, countryside, strong schools, major employers, good public facilities, low crime, and a high quality of life.

Application notes

Applicants should apply online using the council’s application process. CVs submitted on their own will not be accepted. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, you may contact Elaine Munro, Principal Educational Psychologist & Head of Educational Psychology & Early Intervention. No agencies are to be involved.

Additional information

The council recognises that applicants may use AI tools to help with drafting or polishing applications, but submissions must still reflect the candidate’s own experience, skills, and understanding. Applications that depend too heavily on AI-generated content may be rejected. Candidates should ensure their application is genuine, tailored to the post, and clearly written in their own voice.

If you do not hear back within four weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful. Wokingham Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.