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Springwood Primary School, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff
Post Title: Lead Teacher for Wellbeing and Behaviour (TLR 2)
Job Ref: ED50296072
Contract: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Springwood Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional practitioner and experienced leader to take a strategic lead on wellbeing, behaviour and nurture practice across our school. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional with a strong understanding of nurture principles, trauma-informed approaches, Thrive, Zones of Regulation and other wellbeing methodologies to join our senior leadership team.
The successful candidate will:
•Lead the whole-school wellbeing and behaviour strategy, ensuring consistency and high standards
•Provide coaching, support and professional development to staff in trauma-informed practice, regulation strategies and inclusive behaviour approaches
•Work as part of the senior leadership team to drive improvement and contribute to whole-school decision-making
•Teach in a mainstream class, modelling outstanding practice rooted in nurture and wellbeing
•Use assessment, data and evidence-informed approaches to improve outcomes for pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs
•Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and professionals, embodying the values and ethos of Springwood Primary School
We are looking for someone who:
•Has significant experience as an excellent primary practitioner
•Has demonstrable leadership experience, ideally at senior or middle leadership level
•Has a deep knowledge of wellbeing, nurture, trauma-informed approaches and ALN needs
•Can demonstrate innovative and restorative behaviour practice
•Has excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and resilience
•Can inspire and empower staff, pupils and families
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014, all School Learning Support Workers must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
Visits are warmly welcomed. To arrange this or to have an informal discussion, please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Emma Turner.
Please download or print off the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.
Completed applications should be returned directly to the Headteacher by 1pm on Friday 3rd March 2026.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on Thursday 12th March 2026 following a successful lesson observation.
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 well-being, 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.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for our School and 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 well-being, 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.