Torfaen Local Authority is looking to appoint a full time (or two part time) Educational Psychologist(s). 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, or entering, their 3rd year of the Doctoral training programme, to commence upon successful completion.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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
Application forms can be obtained from and returned to:
The Recruitment Team, Civic Centre, Pontypool, Torfaen, NP4 6YB, Tel: 01495 742308, email recruitment@torfaen.gov.uk or visit the Torfaen website to view and download and application form Job Search
Post Ref: REQ006059
Key Details
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Roles: 0.5 Permanent Post and additional 0.5 FTE fixed until March 2027 in the first instance
(possibility of permanent 1.0 FTE in future).
Salary: Soulbury Scale A point 2-7 (plus any previously awarded SPAs)
To commence as soon as possible.
Closing Date: Friday 3rd July 2026
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