Educational Psychologist

Salary: SOULBURY SCALE A point 2-7 (plus any previously awarded SPAs)

To commence as soon as possible.

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.

Torfaen Local Authority is looking to appoint a full time Educational Psychologist. This post is an exciting opportunity to be a part of Educational Psychology Service delivery. The EPS is a small, friendly, very supportive team. We have a Trauma-Informed ethos and culture. We place value on Continued Professional Development. We operate a solution-focussed, consultation model of delivery and also offer group consultation sessions to clusters of settings and schools. We support schools with ELSA training and supervision.

We require applicants who are able to work at a systemic, group and individual level to support positive outcomes, with regard to raising achievement, promoting inclusion and supporting the emotional wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.

Torfaen is a small local authority in a semi-rural location. It has sites of National Heritage.

Applicants should be fully qualified Educational Psychologists as recognised by the HCPC. We would also welcome applications from Trainee EPs currently in their 3 rd year of the Doctoral training programme, to commence upon successful completion.

For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact: Dr Alyson Costa (Lead Educational Psychologist) via email at Alyson.costa@torfaen.gov.uk

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants , which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service .

Torfaen County Borough Council strive s to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under - represented groups .

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally

We are a registered Disability Confident Employer and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview.