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🐼 Today is PANS PANDAS Awareness Day To mark today, Tina, Education Lead at PANS PANDAS UK, has written a piece for us 'How many times should a family have to explain their child?' Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/ho... #PANS #PANDAS #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Fantastic to get started on the edpsy residency series 'Radical Psychology, Real Change' with Dr Sean Octigan. Framing the series is an analysis of the problem, for *our* psychological practice, where psychology isn't working anymore for a number of reasons. Ready to deep dive in Seminar 1.

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🌟 Next in our 'transitions' collection Emma discusses the development of a tool to support professionals to consider the specific needs of care experienced children as they move from primary to secondary school. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/ne... #edpsychs #CareExperienced #transitions

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🌟 New blog post Many things for children and families keep getting worse, yet there's no lack of 'cautious optimism'. Dan and Sean reflect on why the time for cautious optimism has long disappeared, and what not being cautiously optimistic can offer. Read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/ab... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌟 Just started EP training? This one's for you The article has been written by a group of TEPs who are part of edpsy's TEP group. They offer their reflections for navigating the transition from applicant to trainee. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/th... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

📢 Specialist EP roles Nottinghamshire EPS are recruiting for THREE new specialist EP roles: 1. Strategic lead for SEMH: bit.ly/nottsSEMH 2. Transitions: bit.ly/nottsTransit... 3. Strategic lead for neuro-affirming practice: bit.ly/nottsNeuroAf... Part of the LAs 'experts at hand' programme.

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

📢 Calling all aspiring EPs We've just published our annual 'EP training open events page' with info about various open events for courses. Please check back regularly as the page will be updated. More here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/ed... #EPtraining #edpsychs - please share

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

💡 New blog post In the second of our 'transitions' collection, Gabbi offers an insightful account of her experience as an aspiring EP and the many personal and professional challenges that come with this journey. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/th... #edpsychs #AssistantEPs #Psychology

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🌟 New blog The first in our 'transition' collection comes from Liam, a young Disability activist who reflects on going from 3 years bedridden to finding his voice. A moving account of living with FND with strong calls to action for EPs. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/fr... #FND #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📢 Telford and Wrekin EPS are recruiting The service is currently seeking 3 maingrade EPs to join their team. 🗓️ Closing 14th September 💡 Interviews 29th September Hear more about the service from Kate, below. More job info here: edpsy.org.uk/job/telford-... #edpsychs #EPjobs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🌟 New blog post Wonderful that our last post of the academic year is sharing examples of the fantastic, innovative and creative work happening across Wales. A huge thanks to Dr Abi Wright for pulling this together. Enjoy: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/up... #Wales #edpsychs #ALN #Parenting #EBSA

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🌟 New blog In our latest blog Ali dives in to reflections on how to understand unmet needs for children and young people. She reflects on her work developing the 'Understanding Me' cards and why a young person's voice matters so much. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/un... #edpsychs #SEND

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

📢 New EP vacancies Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council are growing their EP team and recruiting for maingrade EPs. 🗓️ Closing 26th June More information here: edpsy.org.uk/job/bcp-coun... #edpsychs #EPjobs - please share with colleagues this may be of interest to

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🌟 New blog Recently, communities across the UK, like those in Belfast and Southampton, have experienced tension, violence and racism. John, Hassan and Chris offer guidance on how to support pupils following these events. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/su... #Belfast #Southampton #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🌟 New blog - second hand skin: insults and what they carry James writes a powerful reflective piece drawing on his experience in psychodynamic therapy, to explore what lies beneath the insults that vulnerable children might level at adults. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/se... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

📩 Don't miss a thing Social media posts come and go or the algorithm might decide just not to show you. From the latest events, blogs, news articles or initiatives, our mailing list is one way to be sure that you'll stay in the know. Sign up here: edpsy.org.uk/about/email-... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

✏️ Our September theme - transitions September...a new academic year, new starts, new job roles. We'd love to receive articles from you that broadly touch on the theme of 'transitions'. What supported you at a key moment of change in your life? edpsy.org.uk/about/write-... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

A simpler way to advertise EP jobs: ✏️ Write 👀 Preview 🚀 Go live fast That’s it. edpsy.org.uk/jobs/ #edpsychs #EPjobs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🌟 New blog! In our latest blog, Katie and Jane discuss the development and use of the 'Ideal Education' tool for pupils who experience situational mutism and Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance. Lots of practical tips too: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/th... #edpsychs #EBSNA

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

🌟 5 things you missed Inside: - Understanding harmful sexual behaviour by children - Neurodivergence Task and Finish Group report - Language resources - The Educated Guess Q&A episode - Rejecting the Use of Gen AI for Reflexive Qual Research Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/5-... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

💻️ CPD Webinar tomorrow! Still time to book Dr David Lamb will be introducing us to 'substitution tables' - a strategy to help children with language and literacy difficulties get their ideas down on paper Perfect CPD for EPs, SENCOs, teachers and TAs. Info here: bit.ly/edpsy-hosts-... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

🌟 New edpsy blog In this personal and reflective piece Minoushe connects the personal to the professional and political. She explores biculturalism, identity and a call to recognise that we cannot claim to be neutral in our practice. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/me... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

✍️ CPD Webinar - Helping children get their ideas down on paper Join Dr David Lamb on 5th March to learn about substitution tables and how to effectively advise schools in using them as part of their literacy interventions Register here: events.ringcentral.com/events/edpsy... #Literacy #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

🌟 New edpsy blog In our latest blog, James explores the value of incompetence as a stimulus for learning and development. James also offers some fantastic reflective questions to ponder on. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/th... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

🌟 New post - updates from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 There's some fantastic work happening across services in Wales and Abi has helped collate it all here for our Winter 2026 update. VIG, community psychology + resources - what a treasure trove. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/7-... #Wales #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🌟 New edpsy blog In this reflective blog, Kav ponders life as an EP on Jersey and how this has 'reinforced that we must draw together during times of uncertainty and embrace opportunities wherever they arise' Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/fr... #edpsychs #islandlife #educationalpsychology

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🎉 🫖 Ready for PositiviTEA We're super excited to be sponsoring this year's PositiviTEA conference. As part of our sponsorship we're sending 20 trainee EPs to the conference! Looking forward to seeing you there for a cup-filling day! #PositiviTEA #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

💡 edpsy community fund We've recently launched our community fund and our information event is *THIS* Thursday at 4pm. If you've got an idea for an initiative and have questions - come along! Sign up to the session here: events.ringcentral.com/events/edpsy... #edpsychs #educationalpsychology

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

🌟 New blog Our first blog of 2026 explores how Kirsty, Kathryn and Shauntaye used the Working on What Works to promote belonging in a special school context. Lots of practical take-aways for you in this blog Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/be... #edpsychs #belonging #WoWW #community

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

⚡ edpsy community fund launched Applications for small, simple grants, to make grassroots ideas a reality, open today. Information about the fund, who it's for, timelines and how to apply all found on the site. Read more here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2026/ne... #edpsychs #community

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from us to you! It's been a fantastic 2025. The festival, a completely new look and feel, The Educated Guest Podcast, and some incredible articles published. Looking forward to more incredible work in 2026. Merry Christmas From Dan, Em, James and Rich x

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

📢 Calling all Trainee EPs You've got until midday on Monday 22nd to give your feedback about edpsy and be entered in to the draw to win one of 10 pairs of tickets to the PositiviTEA conference in January. All information here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/tr... Please share too #edpsychs #PositiviTEA

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

📢 Calling ALL Trainee EPs Give us your views about edpsy, and win one of 10 pairs of buddy tickets to the 2026 PositiviTEA Conference We want to enhance and build on what we do for TEPs and your views can help! More info here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/tr... #PositiviTEA #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

🌟 New blog - Sensory processing and educational psychology Sensory supportive classrooms make a big difference to the learning and wellbeing of young people with sensory needs Shauntaye, Kirsty and Kathryn discuss how to embed sensory awareness Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/se... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

⚡ News from us - our community fund is coming It's been a work in progress for some time, but we're ready to share that in January we'll be launching our community fund - to foster creativity and innovation in our wonderful community. More here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/th... #edpsychs #community

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

📋 New project page Anita and Ruth are working to develop a tool designed to promote refection on psychological safety, within supervision. To participate you can trial using the tool and then complete a survey. More info here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/pr... #edpsychs #supervision

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

💡 Have an idea or something you want to share with your community? Why not write for us? We support your development as a writer, and see it as a shared process. It'd be great to hear from some of our existing writers about their experiences. If you want to write for us, DM us here! #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

🌟 New blog post James is back with the latest instalment of our 'Podcast Spotlight' series. Another handful of podcasts spotlighted here - perfect low demand CPD for when you're pottering around. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/ps... #edpsychs #podcast #CPD

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

🌟 New blog post It can mean different things to different people - but what skills might underpin effective Consultation? A team from Manchester have created the ECHOES framework for developing consultation skills. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/ec... #edpsychs #consultation

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

🌟New blog post Does consultation leave EPs ready to meet the challenges we face in 2025? From rampant inequality and austerity to exclusionary politics. How do we ensure our practice isn't just all talk? Sean considers this and more in this excellent read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/al... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

🌟Thank you! From our festival in September, we've been able to donate £2,200 to support the fantastic work of @aktcharity.bsky.social - who support LGBT+ homeless young people Read more here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/ed... Thanks to all our attendees and sponsors #edpsychs #epfest2025

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

🌟New blog Jill and Gillian reflect on their practice of taking supervision outside while walking. Personal experience, the literature and a handy 'how-to' guide - this is a great read. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/wh... #edpsychs @jillinc.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

🌟New blog Tina from @panspandasuk.bsky.social writes for us on PANS PANDAS Awareness Day (today!) Reflecting on some of the nuances of these conditions, the progress made and the steps still needed. Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/pa... #edpsychs #PANS #PANDAS

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

🌟The new edpsy We're delighted to share with you our brand new site - a bold new look and feel for the edpsy community. We have a refocused mission and values and we're ready for our the next decade! Dan has written a short blog about the changes: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/a-... #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

🌟New blog - supporting schools to support nature connection Nicole and Bee challenge us to recognise the power of nature connection for young people and suggest how we can support this work Read here: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/su... #nature #climate #edpsychs @bpsofficial.bsky.social

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

346 of you, from around the world, and across disciplines. Wow.... Enjoy today's festivities #epfest2025 #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

🎟️Ticket sales for the 2025 edpsy festival of educational psychology close at 11.59pm Join colleagues from around the world for this fantastic day. Psychology, community, inspiration, hope. Programme and tickets here: festival.edpsy.org.uk #epfest2025 #edpsychs

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

🧘‍♀️ ...and breathe... Amidst the discussion, connection and learning, Sorcha will be leading two yoga sessions at the Festival tomorrow. Lunchtime: A desk-based stretch Festival end: A full yoga session to re-ground Ticket to the festival available until 11.59pm tonight: festival.edpsy.org.uk

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edpsy @edpsy.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

🎪3 days to go! Sarah will be speaking at 10.45am in the 'Challenging the status quo' tent. Sarah will explore how psychology is used in education policy to reinscribe deficit accounts of young people while perpetuating systemic inequalities. Tickets: festival.edpsy.org.uk #epfest2025

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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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