Bedford Borough Council
Assistant Psychologist
Bedford MK42 9AP
Key information
- Pay
- £35,412 - £38,220
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Remote working
- Hybrid - 1 day remote
- Posted date
- 18 Aug 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Sep 2026
About this role
As part of our ambitious Experts at Hand programme, we are expanding our team & looking for enthusiastic Assistant Psychologists who are passionate about improving outcomes for children & young people.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded service with strong school relationships & a commitment to early intervention, inclusion & evidence-informed practice. Working alongside Educational Psychologists, schools & families, you will help children & young people overcome barriers to learning & achieve positive outcomes.
Our Assistant Psychologists play an important role in delivering direct work with children & young people, supporting families, developing interventions, contributing to service projects & working collaboratively with schools & multi-agency partners.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for graduates considering future professional training in Educational Psychology, as well as individuals with experience of supporting children & young people in education, health or care settings.
We offer
·Permanent contracts linked to our growing Experts at Hand programme
·Opportunities to work alongside experienced Educational Psychologists
·High-quality supervision & support
·Opportunities to contribute to service development & projects
·Continuing Professional Development opportunities
·Flexible & hybrid working arrangements where appropriate
·A supportive & welcoming team environment