Post No. POSN005112 – Primary School Teacher with Middle Leadership (TLR 2a)
Responsibilities Leader of Learning Humanities AoLE Team; initially to work in an Early Years class (Reception or Year 1
School: St. Andrew’s Primary School
There’s no place like St. Andrew’s!
We truly believe that there’s no place like St. Andrew’s! We provide the very best opportunities for all our pupils, to engage them through first-hand experiences and to enrich their curriculum as widely as possible. We work together to create an environment for learning, through a blended approach, that allows our children to be happy and safe; an environment that allows stimulating, interactive, experiential play and learning opportunities fit for the 21st Century. St. Andrew’s prides itself on being at the heart of its community; situated on the eastern side of Newport it is a large primary school (capacity for 740 pupils) that serves an area that is socially disadvantaged. At St. Andrew’s, one strength is the positive ethos and team spirit; we believe that diversity is a strength, to be respected and celebrated by all those who learn, teach and visit here. St. Andrew’s Primary School’s ethos and high-quality inclusion for pupils with ALN are a significant strength of the school. We aim to ensure that everyone has the same chances and opportunities irrespective of race, sex, class or disability. Our school motto is ‘Learning together, we reach for the stars’.
The Head Teacher, children, staff and Governing Body of St. Andrew’s Primary School are looking for a primary school teacher, who is an exceptional, highly-motivated, innovative, creative practitioner and is committed to children's learning, wellbeing and the raising of standards. We are a vibrant forward-thinking school with a highly committed, dedicated and hard-working team who strive towards achieving the highest standards for all our children.
We are seeking an outstanding, inspirational and forward-thinking practitioner who has:
- The ability to inspire children to have a love of learning.
- High expectations and a drive to raise standards.
- Enthusiasm and a commitment to professional development.
- Total dedication to the inclusion of all pupils.
- High aspirations for developing pupil participation in the planning process of learning via a practical, hands-on, real-life, skills-based curriculum.
- A track record of being a committed team player and role model with proven ability to lead, challenge and empower children and colleagues.
- A keen interest in extra-curricular activities.
- A clear understanding of skills-based curriculum, in particular the Literacy and Numeracy Framework.
- The ability to teach Welsh as a second language.
- The ability to contribute to the development and improvement of the school as a whole.
- Expertise in digital learning.
- An understanding of teaching children with English as an additional language.
- The ability to develop children to be reflective learners.
- A good understanding of both Foundation Phase and a skills-based curriculum at Key Stage 2.
- The ability to build a relationship of mutual respect with the pupils, parents, staff and the Governing Body.
The Area of Responsibility will fall under the Schools as a Learning Organisation model. The area of focus may evolve in line with school improvement priorities.
Outline of the roles and responsibilities initially:
To lead Humanities across the whole school, leading the AoLE team and organising whole school events such as Remembrance, Eid and Cultural Diversity celebrations.- To provide support for the Deputy Headteacher / Assistant Headteacher through professional leadership and management for a team within the school (Early Years or Years 1-3 initially) and be accountable for high quality learning, efficient and effective use of resources and improved standards of teaching and learning for all learners.
– To act as a role model of good classroom practice for other teachers, modelling effective strategies with them.
– To be accountable for promoting effective Teaching and Learning and stimulating learning environments across the team.
– To evaluate the outcomes of effective Teaching and Learning across the phase and contribute to the self-evaluation process of the school.
– To be able to motivate and support other staff. To encourage a shared understanding of the contribution that the school makes to all aspects of learners’ lives.
– To develop strategic plans for the phase which identify clear targets, timetables and success criteria, in the context of the School Development Plan and inform the Governing Body.
– To monitor and evaluate progress against identified targets.
– To monitor and manage standards of behaviour.
– Provide support, challenge and information to all colleagues within the team.
– To take initial responsibility for the pastoral care and wellbeing of staff and pupils within the team.
– To be an active member of Senior Management.
The appointment process will involve a lesson observation and an interview with the Headteacher, senior leaders and members of the Governing Body.
The Governing Body and Local Authority are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Informal visits are welcomed. Please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Joanne Giles on 01633 839795 to arrange a visit.
Closing date : Sunday, 21 June 2026
Shortlisting : Monday, 22 June 2026
Interview date: Friday, 26 June 2026
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS).
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We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be based on ability and skills to undertake the role.
Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK when applying for this vacancy.
Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd
