Interim Principal Educational Psychologist (Head of Service) Competitive Interim / Agency Day Rate Immediate StartClosing Date: 31/03/2026, 5pmMedway Council is seeking an experienced and highly effective Interim Principal Educational Psychologist to provide senior leadership and strategic oversight during a pivotal period of improvement and change.This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned leader who can deliver immediate impact, drive innovation in statutory Educational Psychology functions, and support the service through a planned review aligned with wider SEND and Children''s Services reforms.With national SEND developments and increasing demand for statutory services, Medway is entering a critical phase. We are looking for a confident, strategic, and solutions-focused leader to stabilise, strengthen, and modernise the Educational Psychology Service while longer-term transformation plans are progressed.The RoleAs Interim Principal EP (Head of Service), you will provide visible and decisive leadership, ensuring statutory responsibilities are delivered to a high standard. You will play a key role in preparing the service for future redesign while maintaining strong operational performance.Key Responsibilities:Provide oversight and quality assurance of statutory EP functionsLead innovative approaches to increase capacity and manage rising demandDeliver a service-wide review, including recommendations on structure, practice, and workforceEmbed efficient, research-led pr