Deputy Head Teacher - Ysgol Y Castell

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About the vacancy

Vacancy ID: 2850

Organisation:

Schools

Number of vacancies:

1

Contract type:

Permanent Full Time

Location:

Kidwelly

Grade:

Head Teachers/Assistant Head Teachers/Deputy Head Teacher Pay and Conditions

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

Salary From:

L7 - £61,198

Salary To:

L14 - £72,579

Contract Hours

1.0 FTE

Come and join our team

Deputy Head Teacher - Ysgol Y Castell School

In cooperation with, and under the direction of, the Headteacher, the Deputy Headteacher will:

• perform a key leadership role in the strategic planning processes of the school to achieve the school vision
• support the Headteacher in the leadership and management of the school, including the monitoring, evaluation and review of systems
• provide effective professional challenge and support to the Headteacher and senior colleagues
• make available and share critical information and advice to colleagues and the Governing Body and provide robust support of accountability processes across the school
• oversee the academic and curricular life of the school
• assist in the formulation of policies and procedures for the school which lead to improved outcomes for pupils
• work with the Senior Management Team (SMT) to initiate and manage change
• deputise for the Headteacher, as required.

For further information please contact Delyth Goodfellow, Headteacher, on 01554 890762 or delyth.goodfellow@ycastell.ysgolccc.cymru

Job Description:

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Expected date of interview:

26 March 2026

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: 18/03/2026, 23:55

The Rewards

We're proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers .

• 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

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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.

How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.

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