Bryn Primary School DEPUTY HEADTEACHER ISR L4 – L8 To commence Monday 1 st September or as soon as possible thereafter (pending safeguarding and recruitment clearance) Applications are invited from dynamic, experienced and suitably qualified teachers for the post of Deputy Head Teacher with teaching responsibilities of this successful primary school. The school provides education for boys and girls between the ages of three and eleven. Bryn Primary’s school motto is Aspire, Believe, Challenge. Bryn Primary school is situated in the community of Pontllanfraith near Blackwood. The school has excellent community links and benefits from a very supportive PTA and Governing Body. The school has extensive green space within its grounds and is a positive, supportive and inclusive environment. The Estyn Inspection Report 2022 states that: “Pupils at the school show kindness towards others. They work and play together supportively and considerately. They engage with staff well and influence their own learning valuably. Leaders prioritise the wellbeing of pupils and of staff”. The Governing Body are committed to appointing a Deputy Headteacher who: Has a proven record of excellent classroom practice; Has outstanding leadership and management skills; Has a clear vision and high expectations for school improvement; Has excellent personal and team building skills; Has an excellent understanding of the skills curriculum and staff development; Has a strong commitment to working closely with the Governing Body, parents and the wider community; Has a positive attitude to innovation and change. The Governing Body will provide effective support for the successful candidate who will demonstrate a strong commitment to working closely with them to provide high quality leadership and the best possible education for the children who attend Bryn Primary School. In return we can offer: A school with high aspirations and a genuine opportunity to make a difference; A strong commitment to professional development; An opportunity to help shape the future of teaching and learning; A dedicated and supportive team of professional staff and governors. Closing Date for applications is: Friday 20 th June 2025. Shortlisting will take place on: Wednesday 25 th June 2025. Visits welcomed on: Friday 27 th June 2025 (from 9.30 am). Lesson Observations will take place on the week beginning 30 th June 2025. Interviews will be held on: Monday 7 th July 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the school on Friday 27 th June. In addition, as part of the selection process you will meet the school council for an informal question and answer session. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Jodi Khan, Headteacher on 01495 225690. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Please apply online below. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk for further information. This vacancy has been processed in English only because there are no Welsh language requirements.