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Coed Glas Primary School
Ysgol Gynradd Coed Glas Primary
‘Roots to grow, wings to fly’
Position: Temporary MAT cover Y6 class teacher. Full time from Jan 5th until February half term then 0.6 until 31st August
Start Date: 5th January 2025
Post REF: ED50051173
Salary: MPS/UPS
Conditions: Temporary Maternity cover
The Governing Body invites applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic and inspiring teachers for the post of teacher in this thriving, successful school.
The successful candidate will possess:
▪be passionate about education with the commitment and drive to enable all learners to succeed in their learning, fostering excellent relationships and understanding pupils’ needs
▪be an excellent classroom practitioner and have a clear understanding of effective teaching and learning to inspire, nurture and guide pupils of all abilities
▪have very high expectations of achievement and behaviour, and have the commitment, enthusiasm and drive to raise standards
▪have an up to date knowledge of the Curriculum for Wales and be proactive in their own professional learning, including working collaboratively with colleagues as part of professional development to continually develop practice
▪be able to provide high quality learning experiences through a range of innovative approaches in order to provide the best possible curriculum offer to learners.
▪have the ability to fully embed assessment for learning strategies, effectively assess, set targets and use data effectively in order to promote learning
▪have a positive and enthusiastic attitude to all aspects of school life
▪ability to establish excellent relationships and work in partnership within a team, including governors, parents and other stakeholders
We can offer:
▪A school committed to creating a happy and inclusive learning environment where we support each other to thrive and celebrate successes.
▪A school committed to working with our families working together within a culture of mutual respect and support
▪Specialist resources, dedicated spaces and access to relevant specialist training
▪An environment where children will be empowered to fulfil their own potential and to stand up as valued members of the community making a positive difference as ethical, informed citizens.
▪A place where wellbeing and mental health are a priority for all
▪Supportive, hard working and dedicated staff and governors who care passionately about the school and the community
▪The opportunity for further career development in our role as a learning organisation.
The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to
protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. Therefore, although not a requirement for application, we welcome and encourage applications from underrepresented individuals including those:
•aged under 25;
•not in employment, education or training;
•from our local communities including in particular disabled individuals, carers and those from the Cardiff BAME and LGBT+ communities;
•ability to communicate fluently in Welsh.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Application forms, the job description/person specification are available electronically via this website or can be obtained by contacting Mrs S Prole.
Completed forms should be returned to the Headteacher, Mrs Sophie Notley at Coed Glas Primary School, Ty Glas Avenue, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DW
Closing date: Thursday 20th November 2025 at 12 noon.
Lesson Observations: Monday/Tuesday 24th/25th November 2025
Interviews: Wednesday 26th November 2025
Safeguarding Statement