Salary guide
Educational Psychologist
- Average salary
- £40,000 – £70,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
EducationPsychology
- Educational psychologists help over 1 million UK children annually
Other names this job is known by
- School Psychologist
- Child Psychologist
Key responsibilities
- Assess and support children with learning or behavioural difficulties
- Develop intervention strategies
- Advise teachers and parents
- Conduct research and evaluations
Skills and qualifications required
- BPS-accredited psychology degree
- Doctorate in educational psychology
- HCPC registration
- Experience in education or child support
- Research and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Psychologist
- Service Manager
- Academic roles
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Complete a psychology degree
- Gain experience in education or child support
- Complete a doctorate in educational psychology
- Register with the HCPC
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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