Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Woodlands Community Primary School

Salary: Teacher's Pay Scale

Fixed term maternity cover 29/09/2025 - 12/12/2025

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.

We require a good teacher to cover a maternity leave in our Y4 class in the Autumn term. This post is open to NQTs.

Woodlands is a very successful community focussed school which was rated as 'Excellent' by Estyn in 2014 and again in 2019.

We can offer you:

• A dynamic school with high expectations
• A well-resourced learning environment
• A friendly, enthusiastic staff team and fantastic children
• Bespoke professional development opportunities

Applicants should:

• Enjoy challenging, supporting and motivating children
• Strive to make learning fun and relevant
• Be highly motivated
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Have a commitment to raising standards for all children
• Have vision, energy and a sense of humour

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Jaci Bates by email - jaci.bates@torfaen.gov.uk

Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service

This post requires registration with the EWC - Education Workforce Council

Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

Closing date: Thursday, 18th September 2025
Shortlisting: Friday, 19th September 2025
Lesson Observations: 22.09.25 to 25.09.25
Interviews: 26.09.25