Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) – Welsh-Medium (All Subject Specialisms)
Type: Long-term / Supply opportunities available
Location: Cardiff & surrounding areas
Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
Salary: Paid to Scale (
Start Date: ASAP
Essential: Fluent Welsh speaker, DBS & EWC registration (or willingness to apply)
Your teaching journey starts here.
Elementa Support Services is proud to partner with a network of welcoming, high-performing Welsh-medium secondary schools across Cardiff that are looking for enthusiastic and talented Newly Qualified Teachers to join their teams.
Whether your passion is English, Maths, Science, Welsh, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages, PE, Creative Arts, Technology, Business, Computing, or any other secondary subject, we want to hear from you.
This is more than just your first teaching role—it's an opportunity to develop your career in schools that are committed to supporting Early Career Teachers, helping you build confidence, refine your practice, and make a lasting impact on young people's lives.
As an NQT, you'll:
Deliver engaging, creative lessons that inspire a love of learning
Bring your subject to life through high-quality teaching aligned with the Curriculum for Wales
Create an inclusive, positive classroom where every learner can thrive
Assess progress and help students reach their full potential
Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
Become an active member of a supportive school community while continuing your own professional development
Is a fluent Welsh speaker (essential)
Has achieved, or is due to achieve, Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Is registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), or willing to register
Is passionate about education and committed to helping every learner succeed
Has excellent communication and classroom management skills
Is enthusiastic, reflective, and eager to grow as an educator
Wants to make a genuine difference in Welsh-medium education
We know that starting your teaching career is a huge milestone, so we're here to support you every step of the way.
As an Elementa candidate, you'll benefit from:
Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies and no waiting for monthly payroll
Paid to scale, in line with your role and experience
Access to free and discounted CPD, including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
A dedicated Candidate Manager who will support you from application through to placement and beyond
Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent teaching positions
Access to trusted partners providing tax, legal, and accountancy support
All applications are managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for our client schools.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and all successful applicants will complete a thorough pre-employment screening process.
Appointment is subject to:
Successful interview
Satisfactory references
Safeguarding & Prevent training
EWC registration in the appropriate categories
Enhanced DBS Disclosure (chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
Right to work in the UK
Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for applicants who:
Are not currently based in the UK
Require employer sponsorship to work in the UK
Are not fluent Welsh speakers
Are not eligible to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
If you're ready to inspire young people, celebrate the Welsh language, and begin your career in a supportive and rewarding school environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated education consultants will be in touch to discuss the opportunities best suited to your subject specialism and career goals.
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