Welsh-Speaking Behaviour Support Coach – Primary | Full-Time
Location: Bargoed, CF81
Daily Pay: £89.38 (£13.75 per hour) – paid weekly via PAYE
Are you a fluent Welsh speaker with a calm, caring nature and a passion for helping young learners thrive? A welcoming Welsh-medium primary school in Bargoed is looking for a Behaviour Support Coach to work closely with pupils who need extra support managing their emotions and behaviour in the classroom.
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
We do more than just find you a role – we support your professional journey with:
✅ Competitive daily pay – £89.38 / £13.75 per hour
✅ Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella deductions
✅ Free CPD-accredited training in behaviour support and safeguarding
✅ A dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way
✅ Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles in local Welsh-speaking schools
Your Role: Behaviour Support Coach
As a key part of the school’s support team, you’ll help pupils regulate their emotions, stay engaged in lessons, and develop confidence both in and out of the classroom. You’ll be:
Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
Assisting with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
Delivering tailored interventions and mentoring activities
Supporting class teachers to create a positive learning environment
Helping pupils re-engage with learning through encouragement and consistency
Logging behaviour incidents and contributing to support plans
Who We're Looking For
This role would suit someone who:
Is fluent in Welsh (spoken and written)
Has experience working with children – in schools, youth work, coaching, care or mentoring
Is calm, patient, and confident when supporting challenging behaviour
Can build strong, positive relationships with young learners
Is committed to making a lasting difference in children's lives
Experience in a school isn’t essential – if you have the right values and transferable skills, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Need (or Be Willing to Work Towards):
EWC Registration (School Learning Support Worker category)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Two recent references
If you don’t have these yet – don’t worry! We’ll support you through the process.
Ready to Support and Inspire Young Learners?
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a Welsh-medium primary school where your language skills and people skills will truly shine. If you’re ready to help children grow emotionally and academically, apply today with your CV – and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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