Neath Port Talbot Council - Educational Psychologist

We are currently seeking an Educational Psychologist to join our team. We welcome applications from qualified Educational Psychologists registered with the Health & Care Professions Council, and from Trainee Educational Psychologists who are due to qualify in September 2026. 

You are invited to join a friendly, lively and innovative team of School Aged and Early Years Educational Psychologists who are committed to assisting the LA in the achievement of early intervention, increased inclusion and raising educational standards. You will be a passionate supporter of high expectations and achievement for all. 

The Educational Psychology Team works closely with colleagues across the inclusion service. The most recent Estyn inspection noted “The authority has a well-established, passionate inclusion team who are highly knowledgeable and committed to improving provision and outcomes for pupils with ALN”. There are therefore high expectations regarding our service delivery by the senior management team.

As an Educational Psychologist you will apply psychological knowledge of child development, learning and behaviour to promote the positive development of children, young people, families and organizations. The Educational Psychology Service promotes partnership with others and assists the LA in carrying out its statutory responsibilities to these people and achieving the strategic priorities. The Service provides valuable contributions to the early intervention, multi-agency, parental support, school improvement and learning community roles. 

Your daily routine will contribute to the LA strategically by supporting the Principal Educational Psychologist in ensuring that the Service contributes to the Corporate Aims and values of NPT Council.

Duties include: 

• Helping the LA fulfil its statutory duties in relation to the ALN Code for Wales (2021) and ALNET Act (2018).
• To provide direct support to a number of schools/children/young people/families through a generic caseload, promoting early identification and intervention.
• Promoting inclusion, school improvement and develop school capacity.
• Working collaboratively with other agencies and partners, both statutory and non-statutory, to ensure the best outcomes for all.
• Supporting children and young people’s learning and development by working, with groups of children addressing more generic and systemic issues. 

Are you...

• A Qualified Educational Psychologist, eligible for chartered status with the British Psychological Society?
• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council as an Educational Psychologist?

 We would welcome those with experience in:

• working collaboratively with other agencies and diverse client groups.
• working with school aged children and young people.
• working with families in supporting their child’s development and needs. 

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We believe in rewarding and recognizing our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the resources and support they need. Join us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support including:

•  Family friendly flexible working arrangements.
• An appropriate induction period with regular supervision
• Convenient car parking facilities.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development

If you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you. 

You can apply online via the link, or contact the HR Recruitment Team by e-mail at jobs@npt.gov.uk.