Salary: £32,731 – £51,942 (MPR2‑UPR3)
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About the vacancy
The vacancy is for a permanent full time School Teacher in Whitland, Grade: School Teachers. The contract type is Permanent Full Time.
Vacancy ID
2489
Organisation
Schools
Number of vacancies
1
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Whitland
Grade
School Teachers
Salary
£32,731–£51,942 (MPR2‑UPR3)
Hourly Rate
£24.72 – £30.04
Contract Hours
32.5
Come and join our team
Ysgol Dyffryn Taf is seeking an enthusiastic, talented and inspiring Teacher of English to join our dedicated and supportive team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at a pivotal point in its development. As we continue to refine our approaches to the Curriculum for Wales and evolving 14‑16 and post‑16 qualifications, we are looking for a teacher who is creative, forward‑thinking and ready to contribute to the continued success of our English department. The successful candidate will have a real opportunity to shape learners’ attitudes towards English, nurturing their ability to think critically, communicate confidently and appreciate the power of language, skills that will serve them for life.
Job Description
Teacher of English – Dyffryn Taf.
Expected date of interview
24 November 2025
DBS level
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk.
Welsh language level – verbal
Level 1 – You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date
16/11/2025, 08:00
The Rewards
* Competitive salary
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing additional annual leave
* Access to staff health and wellbeing support
* Personal development and career progression
* Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Flexible working and family friendly policies
Additional Information
We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care. We have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.
Eligibility
You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply
All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for Recruitment to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the How we Recruit guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
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