Educational Psychology Assessment Delivery
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking Educational Psychology services to support statutory Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments. The project, officially titled "Educational Psychology Assessment Delivery," falls under the supply of Psychiatrist or Psychologist services and is categorised as a services procurement. Located in the UKG23 region, Stoke-on-Trent.
The opportunity involves contracting various providers under a framework agreement set to begin on 1 April 2026, with initial terms set for two years and potential for an extension by another year. Interested parties are urged to express their interest by contacting Michele Perry before 29 August 2025, with an informative webinar scheduled the week commencing 15 September 2025. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in psychological services, particularly those with expertise in working with children and young people.
Suitably qualified Educational Psychologists who can offer inclusive, evidence-based assessments, and perform high-quality performance management are ideal candidates. The framework aims to form collaborative partnerships with providers who can ensure legally compliant, person-centred assessments that meet the local strategic priorities. Such involvement not only allows businesses to expand their service delivery within the public sector but also contributes to shaping an essential aspect of support for vulnerable populations in line with the Children and Families Act 2014.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking suitably qualified Educational Psychologists to support the statutory Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessment process. Providers will be responsible for delivering person-centred, legally compliant psychological assessments and reports for eligible children and young people, in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice. The service must align with local strategic priorities and guidance, which will be shared upon agreement to deliver the service.
The scope of work includes completing educational psychology assessments, producing detailed reports, and providing psychological advice to inform EHC needs assessments. Providers must ensure that assessments include consultation with the child or young person, their family, and relevant professionals. All services must reflect professional judgement and uphold the principles of inclusion and individualised support, and as such advices may be required to be completed following either face-to-face assessment, virtual consultation and/or a review of relevant information.
Performance management will be integral to the delivery of this service, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with legal and local expectations. The Council will monitor provider performance against agreed standards to ensure that the needs of children and young people are met effectively and consistently.
This procurement is being conducted under the Provider Selection Regime. We are seeking to establish a framework agreement with multiple providers, initially for a fixed term of two years, with the option to extend for a further one year if required. The intended contract commencement date is 1 April 2026.
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