Teacher (TLR2) - Oldcastle Primary School

Salary: Pay Scale + TLR (TLR2A - £3,590)

Teacher (TLR2) - Oldcastle Primary School
Job description
32.5 hours per week

Full Time - Permanent

Oldcastle Primary School is a vibrant primary school in Bridgend, dedicated to inspiring, motivating, and educating over 400 children aged 3 to 11. We are an ambitious school where learning values underpin excellence, individuals are valued, achievements are celebrated, and pupils, staff, and the community thrive in a safe, happy, and innovative learning environment. Recognised by Estyn as an inclusive and welcoming school, we pride ourselves on our strong ethos of pupil well-being, respect, and community engagement. At Oldcastle Primary, education is more than just learning — it’s about growing confident, self-assured learners ready to take on the world.

We are seeking an innovative, committed and experienced teacher to take on the role of Curriculum Standards and Assessment Lead in Foundation Learning. This position is crucial in ensuring that our curriculum is effectively embedded into classrooms, promoting coherence, consistency, and alignment with the curriculum for Wales. The successful candidate will play a central role in driving curriculum innovation, supporting teachers in implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. As part of this role, you will be responsible for leading on Numeracy across the school.

You will contribute significantly to raising pupil standards and outcomes by leading curriculum development, assessment practices, and professional development initiatives.

As a Senior Leadership Team (SLT) member, you will also share in the collective responsibility for the school’s success and ethos, ensuring a safe, happy, and innovative learning environment where all pupils and staff thrive. Members of the SLT are expected to contribute beyond their core subject or area of responsibility to ensure the school's success and smooth running.

Oldcastle Primary School warmly invites motivated, passionate educators who are committed to excellence and innovation in primary education to apply for this key leadership teaching role. Please visit the ‘School Vacancies’ section on our website for more detailed information on our school.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Childrens Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 26 November 2025

Shortlisting Date: 27 November 2025

Lesson Observations: 01 or 02 December 2025

Interview Date:  03 December 2025

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