Hwb Leader - Abersychan School

Salary: MPS\/UPS & TLR2c |TLR 2c Value - £8,763 |

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.

Thank you for your interest in applying for the position of Hwb Leader at Abersychan School. The current Hwb Leader has secured a well-deserved promotion to Deputy Headteacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school and enhance its provision to support students with additional learning needs, particularly those with social, emotional and behavioural and needs. Abersychan School has established a partnership with our local Noddfa Church, in the development of our offsite 'Hwb' provision, to improve educational experiences for a small group of students from in years 9, 10 and 11. The provision was highly commended by Estyn during the full inspection May 2025.

Abersychan School is an 11-16 comprehensive school which ensures that children of all abilities fulfil their potential. We are a school that is committed to ensuring that all our young people are happy, successful and ready for their lives beyond school. Our expectations and standards are high. We have a committed and caring staff who are dedicated to ensuring that each child achieves their personal best. The school currently has 736 students, 48 teachers and 46 members of support staff. The school serves an area of socio-economic disadvantage and 30% of students are entitled to free school meals.

The aims of the school are delivered through a strong pastoral system, a commitment to providing high quality learning experiences and an extensive range of sporting, cultural, musical and extracurricular activities. The students are happy, hard-working and positive about the school. They genuinely are an asset to our community and are incredibly friendly. They want to receive a high-quality education and to become successful students. We have fantastic parents and governors, who are extremely supportive in supporting the school to provide the very best education.

If you are excited by the prospect of playing a significant role in helping us achieve our ambitions, have a belief that all students, no matter what their background or ability, can achieve and have a passion for providing an outstanding education, then, we would love to hear from you! In return, we will guarantee you the very best level of support.

Please do not hesitate to contact me via email rhodri.thomas@abersychanschool.co.uk , should you wish to receive further information regarding this role. The application form is to be completed via the Local Authority's platform which has been linked to the job advertisement on eteach.

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.

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

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