Conwy County Borough Council - Principal Educational Psychologist

We currently have an exciting leadership vacancy within our Educational Psychology team and wider Additional Learning Needs service. Conwy’s ALN service is made up of thriving, positive and close-knit teams with a collective passion for equity in education for all learners. We have a strong track record for retention of staff, and strong collaborative working practices with schools and settings, the wider Education team and our partners in Social Care.

We are looking for a Principal Educational Psychologist with vision, enthusiasm, expertise and the ability to lead the team and wider service forward. The postholder will be a key part of the ALN Team Leaders group, supporting our collective initiatives and service actions. Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC.

As Principal Educational Psychologist, you will help shape local practice, working in partnership with others to drive equity in education and improve outcomes for children and young people with additional learning needs. You will ensure that our Educational Psychology team has the skills and expertise to influence and lead support across the local area.

The Educational Psychology Service is committed to supporting the development and placements of Trainee Educational Psychologists, and as Principal Educational Psychologist you will lead and participate in our culture of peer support, continuous learning and the professional development of the whole ALN team.

We are looking for an innovative, inspiring and solution focussed Psychologist with some experience of managing teams/people and the ability to think strategically. 

Due to the nature of the post the successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, i.e. a balance of office and home working.

Welsh Language Skills
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

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For informal discussion please contact Catherine Webster, ALN Service Manager, by phone 01492 575082 or email catherine.webster@conwy.gov.uk.

To apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment page via the ‘Apply’ button.

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Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. 

Mae’r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.