Assistant Educational Psychologist

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; Port Talbot; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Wales is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Educational Psychologist to support learners under the ALNET Act 2018. The role involves collaboration with educational psychologists, developing interventions, and promoting individual learning profiles. Candidates should have a BPS-accredited degree in psychology and strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including pension contributions and discounted gym memberships.

Benefits

22.4% employer pension contribution

Holiday entitlement increasing to 32 days plus 8 bank holidays

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Exclusive retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to pursuing a career as an educational psychologist.
• Experience working with children and young people (CYP) in educational or clinical settings.
• Familiarity with inclusive education practices and the ALNET Act.

Responsibilities

• Support learners through a needs-led approach under the framework of the ALNET Act 2018.
• Work alongside educational psychologists to develop and implement intervention strategies.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate intervention effectiveness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Sensitivity

Collaborative skills

Education

BPS-accredited degree in psychology

Job description

Assistant Educational Psychologist

Fixed term contract to 31st August 2026.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Assistant Educational Psychologist to join the EPS in Neath Port Talbot Council. The role involves supporting learners through a needs-led approach under the framework of the ALNET Act 2018, empowering children, young people, parents, carers, and schools to understand and build on individual learning profiles within an inclusive society.

You will work alongside educational psychologists to develop and implement intervention strategies, create accessible resources, and deliver training and workshops. A key aspect involves collecting and analyzing data to evaluate intervention effectiveness and advocating for CYP needs. You will collaborate with other professionals to help schools implement person-centred approaches tailored to individual needs.

Requirements include:

• A BPS-accredited degree in psychology (or equivalent) with a strong commitment to pursuing a career as an educational psychologist, including plans to apply for doctoral training.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with experience working with CYP in educational or clinical settings.
• Familiarity with inclusive education practices and the ALNET Act.
• Empathy, sensitivity, and collaborative skills in working with CYP, families, and colleagues across sectors.

Preferred experience includes:

• Working with CYP in educational or clinical settings.
• Developing psychological advice and support.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Understanding neurodiversity and inclusive education practices.
• Knowledge of the ALNET Act and evidence-based interventions.
• Innovative practices enhancing inclusion for CYP.

Benefits include hybrid and flexible working, a competitive package with 22.4% employer pension contribution, holiday entitlement increasing to 32 days plus 8 bank holidays, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, car salary sacrifice, and exclusive retailer discounts.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a rewarding career, we would love to hear from you.