Teacher of Science - Bryngwyn School

Salary: £32,433 - £49,944 (MPR2 - UPR3)

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About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 1733

Organisation:

Schools

Section:

Bryngwyn

Number of vacancies:

1

Contract type:

Permanent Full Time

Location:

Llanelli

Grade:

School Teachers

Salary:

£32,433 - £49,944 (MPR2 - UPR3)

If part time, the full time salary quoted (which is based on full time equivalent) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

Hourly Rate :

£24.72 - £30.04

Contract Hours

32hrs 30mins

Come and join our team

Required for September 2025, a full-time enthusiastic and innovative classroom practitioner to teach Science across the age and ability range at Bryngwyn School. This is a permanent role, candidates of all Science specialisms and NQTs are welcome to apply.

This appointment offers an excellent opportunity for a first class, dedicated teacher who wishes to join a dynamic department and has the ability and vision to lead pupils to exceptional outcomes. There is a strong team ethos within the department, working collaboratively as a Science team and across the Science & Technology AoLE, to ensure all pupils reach their full potential. A brand-new Science facility is currently under construction, and this will allow the successful candidate to provide outstanding learning opportunities for our pupils.

Bryngwyn and Glan-y-Môr are very popular and highly successful 11-16 schools and the Federation is committed to achieving the best for all its pupils. The schools are high-achieving and well-resourced schools, renowned for academic excellence and outstanding performance.

This is an exciting time to join the Science Department as they work collaboratively to continue to develop innovative approaches within the New Curriculum for Wales. Pupils receive a range of learning opportunities that enrich their learning experience in STEM activities, and the department is committed to developing its approach to the New Curriculum. The department comprises a supportive, committed and hardworking team of staff who are highly successful with excellent outcomes.

Bryngwyn and Glan-y-Môr Schools are part of a federation that strives to develop excellent standards and opportunities for all its pupils. The federation is committed to the ongoing development of all staff. In this context, the successful candidate would be expected to work collaboratively and closely with colleagues across the federation.

The Federation was inspected by Estyn in May 2017 where the school attained 15 out of 15 possible judgements at Excellent. The current performance and prospect for improvement for the school are both excellent.

Further details are available upon request from Ms Joanna Titmuss, Ysgol Bryngwyn School, Dafen, Llanelli, SA14 8RP Tel: 01554 784213 or email hr@bryngwyn.cymru

An application form should be completed and submitted by Wednesday 21st of May 2025 at 10am.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Bryngwyn School is an equal opportunities employer

Job Description:

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DBS level:

An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk

Welsh language level - Verbal:

Level 2 - You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.

Closing Date: 21/05/2025, 10:00

The Rewards

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
• Access to staff health and wellbeing support
• Personal development and career progression
• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work. P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

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