Psychology-Led Education Support for Children in Care

Liverpool City Council seeks a qualified psychology professional to deliver workforce development and consultation services supporting children in care, previously looked-after children, and those with social workers. The provider will offer trauma-informed and attachment-aware consultation, training, reflective supervision, and strategic leadership guidance to schools, social care professionals, carers, and Virtual School staff. The service focuses on improving educational planning, inclusive practice, staff capability, and multi-agency collaboration through evidence-based psychological approaches that enhance understanding of children's emotional needs, behaviour, wellbeing, and engagement in learning. This is an educational support service - no clinical therapy, diagnosis, or treatment is required. The contract runs for 3 years (£75,600 annually) with a potential 12-month extension (total value up to £302,400). Delivery requires approximately 88 days per year across an 11-month period.