Principal Educational Psychologist
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 16 Ebrill 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £68,884 i £72,999 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Blaenau Gwent, Wales |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 1 diwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | BG01286 |
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If you are passionate about inclusion and making a difference with young people, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Principal Educational Psychologist to lead a team of friendly, creative, solution focused colleagues that are passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with students, staff and families to make a meaningful impact on pupils' lives through direct intervention, systemic support and whole school development.
In Blaenau Gwent, we want our schools and settings to be inclusive for all our children and young people through thinking therapeutically, considering individual needs and the development of trusting relationships to enable our children and young people to flourish. Through our link role we work in collaboration with specialist teachers, schools and settings to apply evidence-based practice to ensure all children belong.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the strategic vision for Educational Psychology (EP) practice and delivery of the service. The successful postholder will play a key role in implementing national programmes alongside an enthusiastic leadership team. The full range of duties and details of the role are within the attached job description.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here. Link
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Mr Eurig Towns, Head of School Improvement (eurig.towns@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk)
Closing Date: Thursday 7th May 2026 at 12:00 midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
In Blaenau Gwent, we want our schools and settings to be inclusive for all our children and young people through thinking therapeutically, considering individual needs and the development of trusting relationships to enable our children and young people to flourish. Through our link role we work in collaboration with specialist teachers, schools and settings to apply evidence-based practice to ensure all children belong.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the strategic vision for Educational Psychology (EP) practice and delivery of the service. The successful postholder will play a key role in implementing national programmes alongside an enthusiastic leadership team. The full range of duties and details of the role are within the attached job description.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here. Link
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Mr Eurig Towns, Head of School Improvement (eurig.towns@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk)
Closing Date: Thursday 7th May 2026 at 12:00 midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 20th May 2026
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