An Exciting Leadership Opportunity
The Governing Bodies of Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg and Ysgol Gymraeg Tredegar are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly effective Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team through a secondment opportunity.
This is a unique and rewarding role for an ambitious leader who is passionate about Welsh-medium education, inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners. Working across both schools, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting school improvement, developing teaching and learning, and ensuring the highest standards of wellbeing and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
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Support the Headteacher in the strategic leadership and management of both schools.
- Lead and promote high-quality teaching and learning across both settings.
- Act as the school's Additional Learning Needs Co-ordinator (ALNCo), ensuring effective identification, provision and support for pupils with additional learning needs.
- Work closely with staff, families and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for all learners.
- Lead on inclusion, wellbeing and equity across both schools.
- Contribute to self-evaluation, school improvement planning and professional learning.
- Support safeguarding and promote a culture where every child feels safe, valued and successful.
About the Role
This is a non-teaching Deputy Headteacher position, allowing the successful candidate dedicated time to lead, support staff and drive strategic improvement across both schools.
The role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced middle leader, ALNCo or current senior leader seeking to broaden their leadership experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
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Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven record of leadership.
- Has a strong understanding of the Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Act and inclusive practice.
- Has experience of leading and supporting staff development.
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is passionate about improving outcomes and wellbeing for all pupils.
- Has high expectations and the ability to inspire others.
- Is committed to the values and vision of Welsh-medium education.
We Offer:
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A unique opportunity to make a significant impact across two successful Welsh-medium schools.
- A supportive leadership team and governing bodies.
- Dedicated non-teaching leadership time.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn.
- Strong partnerships with families and the wider community.
For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact the Headteacher.
Thorough pre -employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Records including Child Barred list.
This post requires a registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) under the category of School Teacher and registration will need to be in place prior to commencement in the role. Information on how to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) can be found on the following website http://www.ewc.wales/ or by telephoning 02920 460099.
Closing Date: 10/07/2026
Shortlisting: 10/07/2026
Interviews: 17/07/2026
Ysgol Gymraeg Tredegar and Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
