Headteacher (Archdeacon Griffiths CIW Primary School)

Salary: Salary Range: 8-14

Headteacher (Archdeacon Griffiths CIW Primary School)
Job description
Archdeacon Griffiths Church in Wales Primary School
Llyswen, Brecon, Powys, LD30YB
Tel: 01874 754 334
HEADTEACHER
Full-time permanent post - required for 1st September 2025,
Salary Range: 8-14
Number on roll: 135

The governors are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and committed headteacher to maintain and develop the school's position as one of the leading primary schools in Powys and the borders. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to further develop their leadership, experience and skills, This role also includes a teaching commitment, enabling
the successful candidate to be hands-on in the delivery and development of the curriculum for Wales.
A successful applicant will find:
• A popular, successful, inclusive and forward-looking school
• A school with a track record in sustaining a high level of learner outcomes
• A creative school which is innovative in its development towards the Curriculum for Wales
• A happy school, where the children are hardworking and motivated to do their best
• A school with an outstanding record of academic achievement and care for pupils' and school community wellbeing
• A highly motivated team of excellent teachers, supported by dedicated teaching assistants
• Excellent classrooms and facilities in a recently built 21st century school
• Beautiful surroundings in a lovely rural community
• Supportive governors, parents, and community and an active Friends of school
Applicants will need to demonstrate:
• Proven leadership skills that motivate staff and pupils to reach their full potential
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to promote the Christian ethos within the school
• Excellent teaching skills (the position requires a teaching commitment of 0.3)
• That they have high expectations of both pupils and staff
• Excellent financial management and school budgeting
• Thorough knowledge of the curriculum for Wales
• Excellent knowledge of the Wales ALN code and practices
• Proven digital competency
We would encourage all applicants to visit the school prior to application.
Visits can be arranged by contacting the school administrator (details above)
Application forms and job details are available from recruitment@powys.gov.uk
Completed application forms should be returned to the Local Authority by 16th March 2025
accompanied by a concise supporting letter from the applicant.
Shortlisting to be held on 17th Mar 2025, Interviews to be held on 3rd and 4th Apr 2025