Educational Psychologist

Educators Wales; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in the UK is seeking a Full Time Educational Psychologist for temporary maternity cover to start in January 2026. The role involves providing psychological services to improve educational inclusion and collaborates closely with schools. Candidates must be registered with the HCPC. A competitive salary is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Qualifications

• Must be registered and maintain registration with HCPC.
• Experience in educational psychology is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with schools.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services within the county.
• Work closely with schools to facilitate change.
• Adopt a solution-focused approach in consultations.

Skills

Ability to communicate in Welsh

Understand psychological techniques

Solution-focused approach

Education

Registration with HCPC

Relevant psychological qualifications

Job description

About the role

Full Time Educational Psychologist (temporary maternity cover) to start in January 2026. The salary is Soulbury Scale A, points 1-6 (£43,483 - £53,995) with an opportunity to attain up to 3 SPA. The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable; the authority will support candidates to further develop their Welsh language whilst in post. Ceredigion is a rural area with a coastline and active communities. We work with schools to provide high standards in education and strong collaboration between schools and central services.

We are looking for an educational psychologist to join our happy and enthusiastic team within the wider ALN, Inclusion and Wellbeing Service. The Educational Psychology Service is well respected within Schools Services. The successful candidate will undertake the full range of psychological services within the county to facilitate change, raise standards and ensure educational inclusion. We work closely with our schools, adopting a solution-focused approach in our consultations and a preventative mindset, using a range of psychological techniques to make a difference for pupils.

We welcome applicants who can start immediately or within the next 4-6 months. To maintain ethical standards, it is essential to be registered, and to maintain continued registration, with the HCPC.

Job Description and Person Specification

For an informal chat, contact Angharad Behnan, Principal Educational Psychologist, by email [e-mail] to arrange a phone call.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Previous convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis with regard to the responsibilities of the role. We aim to create an inclusive and supportive work environment. If you have concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are important throughout recruitment.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture: We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools to deliver first class education to all pupils across age and ability ranges. Our primary functions include:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with ALN, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing: Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training