Job Description

Assistant Educational Psychologist

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Closing date:

22/07/2025

Reference:

REQ106134


37 hours / Fixed-Term
36,109 - 40,325 *
Canolfan Rheidol, Aberystwyth
*All salary values are pro-rata.
About the role
Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.



Ceredigion is a beautiful rural area with a dramatic coastline and bustling communities. It is a county rich in history, culture and community. Ceredigion schools aim to provide the highest standards in terms of education and there is a very good relationship between the schools and the Learning Services.





We are looking for an assistant educational psychologist to join our enthusiastic service, which is part of the wider Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion and Wellbeing.





The successful candidate will work under the supervision of qualified psychologists to support them in their statutory duties in accordance with the Additional Learning Needs Code Wales 2021 and implement other policies and processes of the A.L.





We are keen to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated assistant educational psychologist who intends to pursue a career in the field of Educational Psychology.





and Person Specification





For more information and an informal chat, please contact Angharad Behnan, Principal Educational Psychologist via Angharad.Behnan@ceredigion.gov.uk to arrange a telephone chat.





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



We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.


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 help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:


School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, 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

Canolfan Rheidol

Our Aberystwyth office, Canolfan Rheidol is an award winning building. The office, with its open plan design, provides an excellent space for collaborative working.

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Aberystwyth

Aberystwyth is a lively university town, seaside resort complete with promenade and pier, and the setting of atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.