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RHONDDA CYNON TAF COUNCIL
Caegarw Primary School
Troedyrhiw Road, Caegarw, Mountain Ash, CF45 4BH
Numbers of Pupils on role - 165
Temporary Teacher
Hours: 32.5 Per Week
Salary: Teachers Pay Scale
Contract Type: Temporary (1 Year)
Start Date: 1st September 2026
The Governing Body of Caegarw Primary School wish to appoint an outstanding practitioner to join a strong, dedicated and enthusiastic team.
The Governors are committed to appointing a teacher who:
•Demonstrates the skills of an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of children’s behaviour, achievement, progress and wellbeing
• Is adaptable and innovative
•Has experience of planning and implementing the curriculum through contexts for learning
•An understanding of assessment in learning and how to implement in the classroom
•A commitment to developing innovative and reflective approaches to learning and teaching
•Has the ability to lead an area of learning and experience
•Demonstrates the communication skills necessary to take responsibility for areas of the new curriculum/school initiatives
•Is strongly committed to working closely with governors, parents and the wider community
•Is personable, approachable and aims for excellence
In return we can offer:
• A happy and highly motivated pupil who are always ready to learn
•A vibrant and happy primary school with an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to thrive
•A committed and friendly staff team.
•An attractive learning environment with plenty of outdoor space.
•A strong commitment to professional development
•A school with high aspirations and a genuine opportunity to make a difference
•An opportunity to help shape the future of teaching and learning
•A dedicated and supportive team of governors.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 7th May 2026 at Midnight.
PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.
The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.
Safeguarding Statement
Caegarw Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.