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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Having started as the new Editor of Educational Psychology in Practice journal in January 2026, Cathy Atkinson introduces the latest collection of papers from the current edition. Don't forget - AEP members have full access to the journal and past copies online! www.aep.org.uk/articles/int...
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Donna Wiggett, AEP’s general secretary, said: “EPs want to be in school, observing children, doing interventions and upskilling teachers and school staff to enable better outcomes for children – we are the best placed people.” 👇
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Schools Week @schoolsweek.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
The schools minister has issued a rallying cry for expert SEND professionals who quit their jobs to return and staff the £1.8 billion 'experts at hand' service schoolsweek.co.uk/ministers-rallyin…
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Minister's rallying cry for expert SEND staff to return
'We will be asking them to come back and support these efforts'
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
We encourage our members to get involved in #CPDWeek2026 - don't forget the AEP offers a range of activities and resources that can contribute to your professional development and growth. @hcpc.bsky.social
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
The Department for Education has announced a £26m investment into training more educational psychologists. But, our @bps-decp.bsky.social Chair says the early findings from our forthcoming research suggest that more investment will be needed. #PsychologyMatters 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/bps-wel...
Quote reads Educational Psychologist capacity must be matched to need, so that children and families can be assured of consistent high-quality support in their local area Dr Andrea Honess Division of Educational and Child Psychology Chair. Photo of someone helping a school child in a classroom. Psychology Matters and BPS logos.
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
What role should education psychologists play in a reformed education system?' We invited Dr Helena Bunn @bps-decp.bsky.social to represent the BPS at a Labour Party Conference panel. Find out about Helena's experience 👉 www.bps.org.uk/news/psychol... … #EducationalPsychology #EdPsych
Quote reads People recognised that our role extends far beyond assessments, encompassing consultation, intervention, upskilling, early years support, and research. Dr Helena Bunn Division of Educational and Child Psychology. Photo of Dr Helena Bunn Psychology Matters and BPS logos.
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
The AEP welcomes the publication of @departmentforedu.bsky.social Schools White Paper and the clear recognition of the contribution made by specialists, including EPs. A system committed to inclusion must be underpinned by specialist knowledge and welcome further detail on how this will be achieved.
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Every Child Achieving and Thriving - Government publishes Schools White Paper
We welcome the long awaited publication of the Government’s Schools White Paper today. Its clear focus on inclusion, early support and the role of specialist expertise reflects priorities called for b...
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bps-decp.bsky.social @bps-decp.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
📚How can we best tackle children’s literacy difficulties? 💥A unique opportunity to join a FREE conference hosted by Durham University to translate research into policy & practice. Details & registration here: durhamuniversity.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... #blueskyeps @bpsofficial.bsky.social
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
The AEP welcomes @departmentforedu.bsky.social annoucement to continue to invest in the training of EPs, with a commitment to train greater numbers of EPs beyond 2027 ⬇️ www.aep.org.uk/articles/gov...
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Government announces a long term commitment to growing the EP workforce
The Department for Education published a report this morning revealing how many hours local authorities spend developing and issuing EHCPs. This comes alongside an announcement of a long term commitme...
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The DfE announces funding to train hundreds more educational psychologists amid fears that schools are facing a shortage of support
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DfE commits £26m to recruit more educational psychologists
Funding for hundreds more educational psychologists announced amid concerns that specialists are spending too much time on admin rather than supporting children
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
We are very pleased to see the breadth of EP work being explored and shared in today's piece by @tesmagazine.bsky.social @ellencph.bsky.social #EPs #SENDreform
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Helen Amass @helen-amass.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
“Of course, the majority of our work is helping to understand what is happening when things go wrong,” an educational psychologist tells @ellencph.bsky.social. But a better long-term investment “is us applying this understanding into preventing problems from presenting in the first place”.
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What educational psychologists really do
For many in schools, the day-to-day work of educational psychologists is something of a mystery. Ellen Peirson-Hagger meets one team to hear about the range of support they offer and how schools can m...
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
The AEP, along with 8 fellow TUC unions - are calling on the government to ensure educators are involved and can contribute our valuable skills at every stage of AI development across education settings.
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Max Purpose Psychology @maxpurpose.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Have you booked your place for our PositiviTEA conference? it’s a jam packed day of CPD. Watch the video to learn more about Dr Jo Taylor’s session. Conference Friday, January 23rd. @edpsyched.bsky.social @edpsyched.bsky.social @fionacoley.bsky.social @psychbites.bsky.social @suedpsy.bsky.social
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Strike Map @strikemap.org · 15/12/2025
MEGAPICKET 3-D 30 JANUARY 2026 👩‍💻RSVP to join us: bit.ly/Megapicket3RSVP 🛏️Book your accommodation for the night before (first come, first serve): bit.ly/Megapicket3Accomodation The third dimension is union power💥 #StrikeMap #Megapicket3D #Megapicket
Promotional graphic for 'MEGAPICKET 3-D' event on January 30, 2026, featuring a speaker at a podium and a crowd of supporters, with text listing support by various unions and organizations like ASLEF and UNISON. The theme focuses on striking against cuts, highlighted by slogans like 'Dump the Cuts' and 'Our skills are the key!'
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General Federation of Trade Unions @gftu.org.uk · 02/12/2025
🚩 We are supporting the Together Alliance. 📢 #TOGETHER we can reject narratives of division and racism, build #Solidarity across communities and unite against the far right. ✊ Hope is more powerful than fear. 🔥 Join us: togetheralliance.org.uk #GFTU
Graphic with bold text saying "We are together against the far right" on a green background.
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General Federation of Trade Unions @gftu.org.uk · 02/12/2025
🚨 March #TOGETHER against the far right ✊ National demo | 📅 28 March 2026 | 📍 Central London | Together Alliance 🎯 Sign-up here: togetheralliance.org.uk #GFTU
Promotional poster for March Together Against the Far Right, a national demonstration in London on March 28, 2026, featuring bold text over a green and yellow background.
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
We are pleased to welcome Adam Cantwell-Corn to start our day 3 programme, updating members on the important work @tuc.org.uk are doing to support workers in the changing landscape of AI and new technologies in education #AEPConference2025
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Our fantastic panel is in flow! Join now and listen along - you can submit your questions live. #AEPConference2025 #Edpsych #educationalpsychology
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Day 2 has begun! Thanks for contributing your views to key engagement sessions on pay, capacity & consent and how the AEP can respond to professional issues - wide and varied discussions were had! Next up - we have our panel discussion on the main stage - starting at 2pm 🕑 #AEPConference2025
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PositiviTEA ☕️💙💖 @positivitea-eps.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Eek! We are really excited to have a slot at our own conference! We’ll be sharing a picnic of all our favourite ideas from #positivepsychology… What are some of your favourite pos psych frameworks and tools #edpsychs? #wellbeingwonders2026 Maxine Caine Dr Fiona Coley
Speaker news: Max Caine & Fi Coley 
A PositiviTEA picnic of ideas: our favourite practical tools and resources from positive psychology
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
For any members who have registered but can't find the link to join, please visit: aepconference2025.com to access the conference!
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
MP @helenhayes.bsky.social, Chair of Education Select Committee is the first keynote to address the #AEPConference2025, speaking on reform of the SEND system & recognising the vital role of EPs in delivering an inclusive education system to ensure the best support for all children and young people.
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
We're live! President, David Collingwood opens #AEPConference2025
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The University of Manchester @manchester.ac.uk · 12/11/2025
Dr Riina Richardson has been elected President of the British Society for Medical Mycology. @fbmh-uom.bsky.social “This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, advocate for our field, unite researchers... and raise public awareness.” Well done, Riina!
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Get ready! Our online Annual Conference platform is ready for you⭐️ We'll be kicking off at 1pm & have a fantastic range of speakers & workshops to share - including experts from the professional, political & trade union world. Who's joining us!? 👋 #AEPConference25
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
It's Day 1 of our @aepsychologists.bsky.social annual conference. Great range of keynotes and webinars exploring Educational Psychology 2025 and beyond. #EPs
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
@aepsychologists.bsky.social Great round table discussion at Stormont this evening discussing all things SEN and promoting the range of work EPs can and want to do.
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
✨Today is the day! Our TEP & Newly Qualified Conference is live online with a great line up of speakers and workshops - as well as opportunities to network. Who is joining us? #EdPsychs #EP #TraineeEPs
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Day 20 of GS role, at GFTU headquarters in Loughborough completing 'Becoming an effective Leader' course @gftu.org.uk @aepsychologists.bsky.social
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
The AEP is proud to be sponsoring today's @edpsy.bsky.social festival of educational psychology! Or General Secretary @donnawiggettep.bsky.social will be attending and would love to hear from any AEP members joining! #edpsychs
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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
🎪Why psychological practice is inherently political - with @shocktigan.bsky.social Sean will be talking at 2.50pm at the festival exploring the myth of neutrality in psychological practice. The festival is *THIS* Friday and there's sill time to get tickets: festival.edpsy.org.uk #epfest2025
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
“The Select Committee’s finding that a shortage of Educational Psychologists & other specialist staff is making an already failing system even worse will ring true for our members." Read the AEP's response to the Education Committee's report on Solving the #SEND Crisis below 👇
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SEND system is at breaking point – Government must act on workforce shortages
The Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP) welcomes the House of Commons Education Select Committee’s Solving the SEND Crisis report. The report comes just days after the Westminster All Party...
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
First time Delegate @tuc.org.uk Congratulations to VP Lisa O'Connor and Mick Dolan EIS for supporting and passing the aep motion to end physical punishment for Children. @aepsychologists.bsky.social
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
'Together, we can send a powerful message to government. Violence has no place in childhood. Every child deserves the same protection from assault as every adult.' #EPOCH #TUC25
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
@aepsychologists.bsky.social #TUC2025
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
AEP Vice President, Lisa O'Connor moved the AEP motion to TUC Congress - calling for equal, legal protection of children from physical violence in all UK nations. #TUC25 #TwitterEPs #EPOC
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
First time delegate at @TUC congress Brighton @aepsychologists.bsky.social @tuc.org.uk
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aepsychologists.bsky.social @aepsychologists.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
We are thrilled to welcome new AEP General Secretary, Donna Wiggett into post this week! Find a message for Donna to members here: www.aep.org.uk/articles/hel...
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PositiviTEA ☕️💙💖 @positivitea-eps.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
Come and join the us for A cup of PositiviTEA before the festival. It’s 10 September 4-5. #PositiviTEA #epfest2025 #edpsychs @fionacoley.bsky.social @maxpurpose.bsky.social @edpsy.bsky.social @edpsydan.bsky.social
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Donna Wiggett @donnawiggettep.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
In London for a few days induction in preparation for General Secretary role in September @aepsychologists.bsky.social
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British Psychological Society @bpsofficial.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Do you know a psychology undergraduate who’s gone above and beyond in their studies? Nominate them for the BPS Undergraduate Award, which recognises exceptional academic achievement on BPS accredited programmes. Nominations close 28 Sep '25: www.bps.org.uk/news/applica...
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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Hey @aepsychologists.bsky.social - welcome! 👋 #edpsychs
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General Federation of Trade Unions @gftu.org.uk · 19/06/2025
Our general secretary, @gawainlittle.bsky.social , has sent this letter to Donna Wiggett, congratulating her on her recent election as general secretary of our affiliate, @aepsychologists.bsky.social. #GFTU #Solidarity
Dear Donna

I am writing to you to offer congratulations on your election as General Secretary of the Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP) on behalf of the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU). 

We have a long and proud history working closely with the AEP, most recently supporting the historic industrial action taken by all members. 

We know the vital role that Educational Psychologists play within our whole society, from supporting those affected by trauma, to supporting the most vulnerable in our communities. 

We look forward to welcoming you at the next GFTU executive meeting and continuing our close working relationship together. 

If you need anything from the GFTU, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. 

Good luck and congratulations again, you will be excellent. 

In solidarity
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