Post No. POSN001080 - Learning Resource Base Classroom Teacher Do you have the skills, passion and desire to be a teacher in our new Learning Resource Base? The children, staff and Governing Body of Maesglas Primary School are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative teacher with a passion for working with pupils with additional leaning needs. Maesglas Primary School is part of the Gaer and Maesglas Primary School Federation. The school is situated in the heart of the Maesglas community and is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of our children and families. Applications are invited from candidates who are proven to be effective, enthusiastic, experienced and committed teachers who wish to join our highly successful and nurturing school. For this post, we are looking for candidates with a successful track record of supporting children with Additional Learning Needs. An SEN allowance is attached to this post. We are seeking an excellent practitioner who: - Has a passion for making a difference for our most vulnerable learners within an inclusive environment. - Is able to demonstrate creative flair in contributing to the evolving design of the school curriculum which is tailored to meet a diverse range of ALN needs. - Is innovative in providing authentic awe and wonder learning experiences. - Is nurturing and uses a range of teaching styles to support children in achieving their full potential as healthy, confident individuals. - Has a commitment to embrace community partnerships and take an active role in fostering trusting relationships with parents and all stakeholders. - Is able to demonstrate an ambition as a reflective practitioner, committed to professional learning and inquiry, with a focus on complex, learning and social and emotional needs. - Is able to effectively manage support staff deployed in the Learning Resource Base. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check. If you have any questions, please contact the Executive Headteacher, Mr Alex Smith or Deputy Headteacher, Mr James Maloney on 01633 656619. Closing Date: Friday 29th May 2026 (Midnight) Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Lesson Observations: Monday 8th June 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 10th June 2026 Start Date: 01.09.26 THIS POST REQUIRES YOU TO BE REGISTERED WITH THE EWC We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role. Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK. Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together Ein gwerthoedd - Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd