Seicolegydd Addysgol – Cymraeg / Educational Psychologist - Welsh Medium

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council as an Educational Psychologist, supporting children and families in Welsh-medium schools. You'll play a critical role in delivering psychological support and interventions, while also driving reforms for Additional Learning Needs. A commitment to speaking Welsh is essential for this part-time position.

Qualifications

• Evidence of essential qualifications required.
• Ability to speak Welsh is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering Educational Psychology Services to children in Welsh-medium schools.
• Support the Local Authority in meeting the needs of children and young people.
• Lead efforts in ALN reform and deliver necessary interventions.

Skills

Psychological support

Intervention delivery

Research promotion

Ability to speak Welsh

Job description

Job Ref: RE-1801

Job Scale: Gweld isod/see below

Job Hours: Gweld isod/see below

Speciality:

Hours: ½ Day per week (3.25 Hours)
Salary: Soulbury A 2-7 + 3 possible SPAs
£45,586 - £55,974 – pro rata is £4,558 - £5,597 (10% of full time)

1. To assist in the delivery of Educational Psychology Services to children in Welsh-medium schools and their families, providing psychological support and advice through Welsh.
2. To use psychology to support Merthyr Tydfil Local Authority in meeting the needs of children and young people and fulfilling statutory obligations.
3. To assist in identifying strengths and difficulties of children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and advise on appropriate provision.
4. To lead in assisting schools, teachers, parents, and partner agencies with ALN reform.
5. To deliver interventions, including therapeutic work and training as needed.
6. To assist in research promoting positive, evidence-based practices within the LA.

Professional supervision and CPD will be provided by the EPS.

For further information, contact Bronwen Parry at 01685 725000 or [e-mail].

Applicants must provide evidence of all essential qualifications.

If you do not have internet access, application forms can be obtained by calling 01685 725000 and should be returned by 10.07.2025 to HR, Civic Centre, Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8AN.

Email: [e-mail]

Ability to speak Welsh is essential.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups. Rigorous pre-employment checks are part of our recruitment process.

All employees must comply with data protection and confidentiality policies. Breaches may lead to disciplinary action.

We promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equality and non-discrimination in employment.