Principal Education Psychologist

Role Purpose The Principal Educational Psychologist (PEP) will provide professional, strategic and operational leadership for the Educational Psychology Service within Cheshire East Council. The postholder will ensure that educational psychology contributes effectively to improved outcomes, inclusion and wellbeing for children and young people, particularly those with SEND. The PEP will lead on professional standards, quality assurance, workforce development, service delivery, budget management and system-wide integration. They will contribute to education and SEND reforms, ensuring the service is evidence-based, forward-looking and aligned with statutory responsibilities and Council priorities. Key Responsibilities Professional Leadership and Quality Assurance Provide professional leadership and ensure high standards of ethical, evidence-based and inclusive psychological practice. Develop and maintain practice frameworks, quality assurance arrangements and professional standards. Oversee consultation, assessment, formulation, intervention planning, training and statutory SEND contributions. Maintain oversight of complex and high-risk casework where appropriate. Strategic Leadership and SEND Reform Lead and contribute to local education and SEND reforms, including SEND and inclusion strategies, locality-based working, Families First and early intervention. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national SEND legislation, policy and best practice, translating ..... full job details .....