Job Introduction
We are looking for Trainees entering their 2nd year in September 2026, who have a strong desire to live and work in or around the Bradford district.
In line with the AEP position, you will be in a secure employment situation with Bradford LA and have associated employment rights.
Why Choose Bradford?
- Large and established TEP and NQEP group including peer supervision, and a high quality supervision offer from experienced senior psychologists, along with specific support around managing TEP demands and transitioning into the profession on qualification.
- Balance of work with time allocated to commissioned projects alongside school traded and statutory work.
- EHCA allocation fixed, with dates agreed at beginning of the year.
- Full flexibility of working from home, office, or elsewhere, and having supervision and meetings in person or virtual.
- Easily accessible by road and public transport from anywhere in West Yorkshire.
As a trainee EP with Bradford, you will be able to:
- Develop a range of skills and experiences to demonstrate you meet the relevant competencies leading to successful completion of the doctoral course.
- Attend University as specified in the BPS LGA guidance.
- Fulfil the placement requirements of the BPS LGA in relation to the training of Educational Psychologists.
- Carry out a research project that contributes to the district’s priorities and fulfils the requirements of the doctoral training course.
All applicants must already be in Y1 on a recognised EP professional doctorate training course and be eligible for HCPC registration on completion.
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.
Interviews will take place on week commencing 23 February 2026
Further Information
If you think you might be interested in joining our team and would like some further information about this post, please contact joe.wilson2@bradford.gov.uk.
Employee Offer
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Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
