YSGOL SŴN Y DON
Penmaenrhos, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9LL
Tel: (01492) 577290
Acting Headteacher: Miss Salisbury
Required for September 2026
1 year fixed-term contract
(01/09/2026 - 31/08/2027)
Ysgol Sŵn y Don are seeking to appoint a passionate, nurturing and experienced teacher to join our team and teach within our Foundation Learning provision.
Vision. Aspiration. Purpose.
At Sŵn y Don, we nurture creativity and encourage all to follow their dreams.
We are passionate about putting the children first, through an inclusive, inspiring and innovative curriculum, which goes beyond the classroom. We provide a learning environment that is built on the foundations of trust, respect and acceptance. Our children are safe and happy.
At Sŵn y Don, we truly believe that anything is possible.
Through support and care, we empower our pupils to be successful, giving them the tools to understand how to reflect, develop and take responsibility for their own learning journeys.
Working together, to create a better future for all!
Widen your horizons. Believe in your dreams.
Applications are invited from experienced and committed teachers who understand the importance of developing the Curriculum for Wales through the four purposes and place wellbeing and nurture at the heart of their teaching and learning.
What we offer:
- A friendly, welcoming and nurturing school where inclusion and pupil wellbeing are at the centre of all we do.
- A Trauma‑Informed environment that values equity, equality and positive relationships.
- Dedicated, skilled and supportive staff who work collaboratively to provide engaging and meaningful learning experiences.
The full support of the Headteacher and Governors, including ongoing professional learning and leadership development.
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The successful applicants will:
- Display effective classroom organisation and behaviour management skills.
- Have experience of teaching within Early Years and / or Foundation Learning.
- Be able to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences with high expectations.
- Use observation‑led assessment to support and monitor pupil progress.
- Be able to differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners.
- Have excellent communication skills with pupils, staff and parents/carers.
- Be able to work effectively using their own initiative and as part of a team.
- Meet the requirements of the Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership.
- Be reliable, resilient, flexible and proactive.
The ability to support or lead an Area of Learning and Experience (AoLE).
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We are looking for someone who:
- Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice and the ability to motivate and engage young learners.
- Have a strong understanding of child development, wellbeing and nurture.
- Be a creative and enthusiastic teacher who makes learning enjoyable and meaningful.
- Be someone who works effectively as part of a team and contributes to the life of the school, including extra‑curricular activities.
- Be a caring and committed teacher who places pupils at the heart of everything they do.
Have an interest in, and experience of, supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (desirable).
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Desirable qualities and skills:
- Knowledge, understanding and experience of assessment and progression within the Curriculum for Wales.
Experience of, or willingness to develop, lead responsibility for Cymraeg / Welsh language development, promoting the use of Welsh across the school.
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The ability to teach and communicate effectively through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this post. Due to the nature of the post the successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service. It is a requirement that the successful candidate registers with the Education Workforce Council prior to commencing employment
For further information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact the Acting Headteacher on 01492 577290.
Please note the authority no longer issues application forms and does not accept CVs.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding - qualifications and references will be verified. If not informed within 3 weeks of the closing date, candidates must assume they have not been shortlisted for interview and will therefore not be notified in writing. In promoting equal opportunities Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.
