Temporary Teacher (Maternity Cover at Trealaw Primary)

Salary: Teachers Pay Scale

Temporary Teacher (Maternity Cover at Trealaw Primary)

TREALAW PRIMARY SCHOOL

Miskin Road, Tonypandy, CF40 2QW

Rhif Ffôn: 01443 430633

E-Bost:admin@trealawprimary.rctcbc.cymru

TEMPORARY TEACHER (MATERNITY COVER)

Salary: Teachers Pay Scale

Contract Type: Temporary – Maternity Cover

Start date: March 2026

The Governing Body, staff, and pupils of Trealaw Primary School wish to seek to appoint an enthusiastic, committed Early Years teachers who can support the educational vision of the school. We aim to provide excellent learning opportunities for children, teachers and staff. We currently have 120 pupils on roll.

Governors are committed to appointing a teacher who:

Can lead and inspire staff within the Foundation Phase

• Is able to create excellent learning experiences that nurture curiosity and independence
• Plans and delivers high-quality teaching and learning in line with the Curriculum for Wales
• Can work collaboratively with colleagues and families to support every child’s development
• Is personable, approachable and aims for excellence

The governors will provide effective support for the successful candidate who will demonstrate a strong commitment to work closely with them to provide high quality leadership and the best possible education for children.

In return we can offer:

• A strong commitment to professional development
• A school with high aspirations and a genuine opportunity to make a difference
• An opportunity to help shape the future of teaching and learning
• A dedicated and supportive team of governors

Closing Date for applications is Thursday 22nd January 2026, at midnight.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a lesson observation, which will be held on the W/C 2nd February 2026 and the formal interview will be held at the school on the 10th February 2026.

For further information or for an informal conversation, please contact the Headteacher, Mrs S Francis on (01443) 430633

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.