School Leaver jobs in Northamptonshire

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

To join us, you will:

• Hold a psychology degree recognised by the British Psychological Society
• Have experience of working with children & young people
• Be committed to improving outcomes for children & families
• Have excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Be able to work collaboratively with schools, families & professionals
• Be organised, resilient & able to work independently when required

Closing Date: 16th September 2026

Interview Date: 28th September 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent & unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

How to apply
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Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant & the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.